Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh says India’s future national security framework will increasingly rely on artificial intelligence, quantum technologies, biotechnology and space capabilities, while calling for stronger collaboration between civilian innovators and the defence sector.
India’s future defence architecture will be driven by advanced technologies, with artificial intelligence, quantum technologies, biotechnology and space capabilities expected to play a defining role in strengthening national security, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology Dr Jitendra Singh said on Wednesday.
Delivering a special address at the National Defence College (NDC) in New Delhi on the theme “Future Trajectory of India’s Future Security Architecture,” the minister highlighted the growing influence of emerging technologies on modern warfare and defence preparedness.
Dr Singh said the nature of global conflict has evolved beyond conventional military engagements, with technological superiority becoming a decisive factor in protecting national interests. He observed that breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, quantum computing, cybersecurity and biotechnology are transforming defence planning while also creating opportunities for industrial growth and scientific advancement.
Emphasising the need for closer coordination between civilian innovation and military requirements, the minister called for greater integration of research institutions, startups, academia and industry with the country’s defence ecosystem. He noted that India possesses a strong innovation base capable of contributing to strategic technologies critical for future security needs.
The minister also pointed to the expanding role of India’s space programme in defence preparedness, saying advances in satellite systems, navigation technologies and communication infrastructure have strengthened the country’s strategic capabilities.
Highlighting progress in quantum technologies, Dr Singh said research in quantum communication and quantum cryptography could play an increasingly important role in building secure communication networks and strengthening cyber resilience. He added that biotechnology would also contribute significantly to national preparedness by supporting healthcare, biosecurity and defence-related research.
According to the minister, India’s growing innovation ecosystem and scientific talent can help the country transition from being primarily an importer of defence equipment to becoming a developer and exporter of advanced defence technologies.
The address concluded with an interactive discussion involving National Defence College officers and participants, focusing on emerging technologies, innovation and their role in shaping India’s future security architecture.
Source: This article is based on an official press release issued by the Press Information Bureau (PIB), Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India
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