CDS General Anil Chauhan discussed the critical security challenges facing India, including the presence of nuclear-armed adversaries and unresolved border disputes with China. During a recent address in Gorakhpur, he outlined these as primary concerns. He also highlighted the ongoing proxy war by Pakistan, emphasizing its strategy of inflicting harm on India, as a critical challenge. Furthermore, the impact of regional instability and the need to prepare for the future of warfare were also mentioned as important aspects.
General Chauhan emphasized the need for preparation for conventional warfare due to the threats posed by nuclear-armed adversaries. He also spoke about Operation Sindoor, where the armed forces were given the freedom to retaliate against the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, and to counter cross-border terrorism. The operation targeted terrorist hideouts in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in response to the April 22 attack.
The seminar on national security challenges, held at the Gorakhnath Temple in Gorakhpur, was attended by CDS Anil Chauhan and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The seminar is an annual event held on the death anniversaries of Mahant Digvijay Nath and Mahant Avaidyanath.
CDS Chauhan pointed out that the border dispute with China and Pakistan’s proxy war are the biggest challenges for India. He added that Pakistan’s strategy is to consistently harm India. He also highlighted the challenges posed by regional instability, with many neighboring countries facing unrest, as a third major challenge. He further mentioned that future warfare will encompass space, cyber, and electromagnetic fields. In addition, he highlighted the challenges posed by the nuclear capabilities of both adversaries and the effect of technology on future warfare.