Nature of warfare is rapidly changing

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences and Minister of State in PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh said that the nature of warfare is rapidly changing and is increasingly becoming technology-driven, where traditional man-to-man combat is gradually reducing and advanced technologies are playing a decisive role in strategic preparedness and national security.

Speaking during a fire chat session at the Alternate Media Conference, “Unstoppable Bharat 2026” in New Delhi, Dr Jitendra Singh said that sectors such as space, nuclear energy, artificial intelligence, and advanced scientific research will play a decisive role in shaping India’s future security architecture and national development.

Referring to recent reforms in the space sector, Dr Jitendra Singh said that opening the sector to private participation and startups has created a vibrant ecosystem of innovation in the country. He said India today has a rapidly expanding space startup ecosystem and the country’s space economy is expected to grow significantly in the coming years as industry, research institutions and young innovators increasingly collaborate.

Dr Jitendra Singh said that India is entering a phase where collaboration between government institutions, private industry and the scientific community will accelerate innovation and strengthen national capabilities across sectors such as defence, healthcare, clean energy, and advanced technologies.(updated on 15th march 2026)