Hyderabad, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said emerging technologies have altered the definition of warfare, warning new recruits to the armed forces to be mentally prepared for the evolving nature of modern conflict.
Addressing the Combined Graduation Parade at the Air Force Academy, Singh noted that major powers no longer hold an edge on the battlefield as even smaller forces can inflict significant damage using specialised tactics.
He said that in modern warfare, many systems such as radars, satellites, drones, sensors and robotics are deployed, and scenarios are being witnessed where traffic systems and CCTVs of adversaries are being controlled.
Singh underscored the importance of smart work along with hard work, saying smart nations are carving out a place for themselves in the modern technology landscape.
He congratulated the female pilots commissioned by the Indian Air Force, saying their growing numbers is making the IAF even more powerful, balanced and robust.
The event marked the successful completion of the pre-commissioning training of Flight Cadets across various branches of the Indian Air Force.
