Jaipur: In a two - day technical seminar "Next Generation Combat - Shaping Tomorrow's Military Today" organized at the Military Station Jaipur, the defence experts have laid stress upon enhancing the focus on developing indigenous solar-powered drones for extended endurance and better stealth capabilities considering the rapid evolution of drone warfare.
As per the release from the defence officials, the sessions delved deeper into the pivotal role of advanced science and technology in shaping a strong, future-ready Indian Army which is an essential instrument of comprehensive national power in realizing the vision of 'Viksit Bharat'. Emphasizing the rapid evolution of drone warfare, the speakers discussed future trends in Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS).
Industry representatives emphasized the strategic need to integrate Robotic Combat Systems (RCS) into both offensive and defensive operations. They envisioned RCS as vital members of combat teams, capable of autonomous movement, target detection, and engagement, while maintaining strict human oversight for lethal actions.
Discussions also covered the development of next-generation soldier systems, including self-healing fabrics, advanced lightweight armour with superior ballistic protection, and adaptive camouflage materials that easily adjust to environmental conditions.
ADG Army Design Bureau stressed the importance of strengthening unified defence innovation hubs. He cited the success of initiatives like iDEX and exhorted for a more integrated approach.
The seminar also focused on how advancements in artificial intelligence, big data analytics, advanced manufacturing (like 3D printing), and communication technologies, developed for civilian applications, can be seamlessly adapted and integrated into military systems.
The eminent speakers also focused on the growing threat of gray zone warfare and reiterated the need for the Indian Army to develop comprehensive capabilities to effectively counter these covert and unconventional challenges, which operate below the threshold of traditional conflict.
Army Commander, Sapta Shakti Command
Lieutenant General Manjinder Singh, who conceptualized the seminar, concluded it by reaffirming the Indian Army's unwavering resolve to embrace technological transformation as a cornerstone of its operational readiness.
He articulated the vision of an agile, adaptive, and technologically superior force, capable of deterring and decisively responding to any threat by infusing âTechno Commandersâ at all levels. He exhorted the emerging requirement of joint structures to ensure better coordination among all components of security forces.
He emphasized that the seminar has served as a vital step in igniting the minds of one and all, to adopt this transformative path of a âTechnologically Enabled Armyâ.
The event witnessed the display of the latest equipment being developed by the Defence Industry to solve critical field army issues. The display was coordinated by the Society of Indian Defence Manufactures(SIDM) and named âSapta Shakti Symposiumââ, which was inaugurated by the South Western Army Commander. Representatives from various renowned and green field industries participated and interacted with military officials during the Tech Seminar.
