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Indian Army and NITI Aayog Collaborate to Revolutionize Military Technology
19 Aug
Summary
- High-level discussion on absorbing frontier technologies
- Shared commitment to integrate indigenous capabilities
- Exploring convergence of strengths in the technology domain
In a significant development, the Indian Army and NITI Aayog, the government's policy think tank, recently held a high-level discussion to explore the integration of frontier technologies and indigenous capabilities. The meeting, chaired by General Upendra Dwivedi, the Chief of Army Staff, and Shri B V R Subrahmanyam, the CEO of NITI Aayog, brought together military and civil experts to chart a course for a future-ready Army.
The deliberations focused on "harnessing cutting-edge innovations" to strengthen India's defense preparedness, in line with the national vision of "Atmanirbhar" (self-reliant) and "Viksit Bharat" (Developed India) by 2047. The interaction highlighted the shared commitment to integrating indigenous capabilities, ensuring that the country's defense capabilities remain robust and responsive to ever-evolving challenges.
The Indian Army has declared 2024 as the "Year of Technology Absorption" and is undertaking various initiatives to induct niche technology and systems into its inventory. This latest meeting between the Army and NITI Aayog is a significant step in this direction, as the two entities work together to leverage the latest advancements and build a more self-reliant and technologically-advanced military force.
