Future Strategic Leaders to Enhance Quick Decision-Making in Technology-Driven Battlespace : CDS
Manish Shukla
The inaugural Tri-Services Future Warfare Course concluded on Friday, with Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan emphasizing the need for future strategic leaders to make swift decisions in today’s rapidly evolving, technology-driven battlespace. Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Stealth Technology, Hypersonics, and Robotics will shape the future of warfare, necessitating leaders who grasp modern warfare’s nuances.
The course was designed to address the dynamic security environment, proliferation of niche technologies, and lessons learned from recent conflicts. General Chauhan underscored that future leaders must appreciate the complexities of modern warfare and leverage advancements in technology to enhance joint force capabilities.
The week-long course brought together participants with service ranging from 13 to 30 years, adopting a rank-agnostic approach to foster diverse perspectives and knowledge sharing. General Chauhan, along with the Vice Chiefs of the three services, reviewed the course outcomes and discussed future course contours.
The key areas of focus included future trends, air and space warfare, non-kinetic warfare, maritime operations, and multi-domain operations. The course aimed to create integrated operational concepts, enhance joint force capabilities, leverage advanced technologies for future battlefields, and strengthen tri-service cooperation.
By fostering collaboration and integration, India’s armed forces are poised to address emerging challenges effectively. The Future Warfare course aims to develop a cadre of tech-savvy military commanders equipped to handle modern battlespace complexities, ensuring a unified and effective response to future threats.
General Chauhan’s leadership and vision for the course underscore India’s commitment to staying ahead of the curve in defence preparedness and strategic planning. As the country navigates the evolving geopolitical landscape, the Tri-Services Future Warfare Course will play a critical role in shaping the future of India’s defence capabilities.
