Ep 254 - Can India's Army Keep Up with the Changing Threat Landscape? | Lt. Gen. Raj Shukla

Bharatvaarta

In this episode of Bharatvaarta, host Kamal Madishetty dives into the evolving landscape of security and military strategy with distinguished veteran Lt. General Raj Shukla. With over four decades of service experience, General Shukla discusses the profound changes in the nature of warfare, the importance of technology and adaptability in modern combat, and the strategic priorities for India amidst complex global geopolitics. The conversation covers a range of topics including cyber warfare, space, hybrid warfare, the military-industrial complex, and the significant role of innovation in defense. General Shukla also emphasizes the critical need for robust national security measures, strategic deterrence, and the importance of integrating civilian and military efforts through a comprehensive national security outlook. This insightful episode provides a deep understanding of the challenges and future directions for India's defense and strategic landscape.

Topics:

00:00 Sneak peak

01:21 Introduction

02:43 Discussion on Military Modernization

05:20 Impact of Drones and Technology in Warfare

07:56 Geopolitical Realities and National Security

10:45 Limiting China's Rise

17:34 Non-Traditional Security Threats

23:02 Tech innovation and military

29:56 Welfare of Veterans and Resource Allocation

38:47 Integration and Reforms in the Military

47:21 Strategic Deterrence and Military Assets

50:11 Beyond the Border: Expanding Deterrence

54:06 Space and Cyber Warfare Priorities

56:07 The Deep and Sophisticated China Challenge

57:47 China's Military and Economic Strategies

01:04:59 The Importance of Fail-Proof Deterrence

01:11:10 The CREEC Axis: A Grim Challenge

01:22:38 Strengthening National Security