DOGRA HERALD BUREAU
new delhi, Oct 1
The Indian Army, in collaboration with the Centre for Land Warfare Studies (CLAWS), is set to conduct the second edition of its flagship event, Chanakya Defence Dialogue-2024, on the theme “Drivers in Nation Building: Fuelling Growth through Comprehensive Security.” The much-awaited event will take place on the 24th and 25th of October 2024 at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi.
At the Curtain Raiser event held today in New Delhi, General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff, shared the Indian Army’s vision of a resilient, secure, and prosperous Bharat@2047, addressing various issues related to national and global security, as well as the Indian Army’s role in nation-building.
The COAS expressed his thoughts on the theme “Pillars of Security: Powering India’s Path to Viksit Bharat by 2047” during a Fireside Chat. The chat served as an engaging platform to discuss the role of the Indian Armed Forces as a Net Security Provider in India’s development trajectory.
General Dwivedi highlighted the importance of robust security frameworks, covering areas such as defence readiness and internal stability, to foster an environment conducive to economic growth and innovation. The discussion emphasized the need for a multi-faceted approach, stressing collaboration between the government, industry, and civil society to address emerging challenges. By framing security as a foundational pillar of national development, the dialogue underscored a vision of a prosperous and secure India by 2047, encouraging proactive strategies that align security with the broader goals of societal advancement and sustainable growth.
The Fireside Chat was followed by a panel discussion chaired by Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, Vice Chief of the Army Staff.
The discussion was titled “Secure Nation and Prosperous Future: Bridging National Security with Growth and Development.”
This session explored strategies for creating a secure environment that fosters innovation and drives development.
By positioning security as a key factor in India’s journey toward becoming a developed nation by 2047, the dialogue highlighted the importance of aligning defence initiatives with national prosperity and social progress.
The panel discussion featured distinguished participants, including Shri Oken Tayeng, MLA from Arunachal Pradesh; Mr. SS Sarma, Director (Operations), CERT-IN; Lt Gen PR Shankar (Retired), a renowned strategist; and Lt Gen (Dr) Madhuri Kanitkar (Retired), a notable figure in women empowerment within the Indian Armed Forces. The panelists expressed their views on a range of topics, including Border Area Development, Youth, Sports, and Women Empowerment, all of which are vital for nation-building.
The Curtain Raiser event offered a glimpse of the upcoming main event, highlighting the multifaceted dimensions of security, its impact on national growth, and the significant role the Indian Army plays in achieving India’s vision of Viksit Bharat. The second Chanakya Defence Dialogue will facilitate in-depth discussions, foster strategic partnerships, and contribute to formulating actionable insights to enhance national security and development.
It will provide a platform for national and international leaders, policymakers, and experts to share their expertise and contribute to the discourse on security through development.
