War is no longer limited to borders: Rajnath Singh's warning

According to a report by the Hindustan Times, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, while addressing Indian Air Force personnel at Bagdogra Airfield in West Bengal, issued a serious warning regarding the changing nature of security. At an event organised on the eve of Diwali, he made it clear that in the present times, security challenges have become extremely complex and the nature of war is no longer limited to firing at the borders.

The Defence Minister stated that enemies are now using methods like asymmetric warfare, proxy war, cyber attacks, drone swarms, and information-based warfare instead of direct conflict. He emphasised that enemies are trying to take advantage of our weaknesses. Furthermore, a conspiracy is also being hatched to create doubt in the minds of local people and soldiers by spreading misinformation through social media.

Stating that the responsibilities of the armed forces have increased in this changing situation, Rajnath Singh said that soldiers will have to remain vigilant not only in the operational field but also on the front of cyber and information security. Addressing the soldiers, he said that your role is no longer that of an ordinary soldier, but it is imperative for you to remain vigilant while maintaining cyber capability and information integrity. Only through your vigilance and discretion can every attempt of the enemies be thwarted.

Along with this, the Defence Minister also emphasised the importance of discipline and conduct. He said that the conduct, language, and restraint of the soldiers build the image of the armed forces in the public mind. The discipline of the soldiers posted at every post is their greatest strength, which strengthens the trust of the local people in the army.

Rajnath Singh is serving as the Defence Minister in the Government of India.