New Delhi: Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan emphasized the critical need for India to advance its military technology, warning that outdated systems are ill-equipped for contemporary warfare. Speaking at a workshop on UAV and Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems (C-UAS) indigenisation in New Delhi on Wednesday, he urged the adoption of cutting-edge innovations to secure the nation’s defense.
“We cannot fight today’s battles with yesterday’s weapons,” Chauhan declared, stressing that modern conflicts demand next-generation technology. He underscored the importance of reducing India’s dependence on foreign technologies for strategic operations, stating, “Relying on imports undermines our readiness.”
Referencing India’s Operation Sindoor in May, the CDS revealed that Pakistan employed unarmed drones and loitering munitions along the border. “Our forces neutralized most of these threats using both kinetic and non-kinetic methods,” he said, adding that no damage was inflicted on Indian military or civilian infrastructure.
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Chauhan highlighted the transformative role of drones in modern warfare, noting, “Recent global conflicts demonstrate how drones can tip the tactical scales. Their deployment is not just a future concern it’s happening now.” He called for robust development of both offensive and defensive drone technologies, emphasizing the need for indigenous solutions to counter emerging aerial threats effectively.