Modern Warfare Evolution: Indian Army Chief Highlights Shift to Non-Kinetic Combat and Youth's Role in National Security

Oct 31, 2025 10:23 pm CST

Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi emphasizes the transformation of warfare into non-kinetic and non-contact domains, requiring intellectual and technological preparedness alongside military strength. Speaking at an event commemorating Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, he highlighted India's demographic advantage with its young population and called for a whole-of-nation approach to security challenges, including disinformation campaigns and emerging technologies. The Army has initiated programs to engage youth through technology clusters and internships, recognizing their crucial role in building comprehensive national power.