Archive · 31 Oct 2025
Warfare Evolving to Non-Contact, Non-Kinetic: Army Chief Gen Dwivedi
The head of the Indian Army, General Upendra Dwivedi, explained that fighting wars today isn't just about physical battles anymore.
It's more about using technology and information, like through computers and the internet, to win without direct contact.
He said this means we need to be smart, use new technology, and be morally strong to protect our country.
He also talked about how everyone in the country, especially young people, needs to work together for national security.
He mentioned that India has a lot of young people who are good with technology and can help in many ways, not just as soldiers.
The army is also reaching out to young people through programs and internships to involve them in national defense.
The general stressed that protecting the country involves everyone, not just those in uniform.
Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi stated that warfare is evolving to become increasingly non-kinetic and non-contact.
This shift requires a response encompassing intellectual, technological, and moral preparedness, not just physical strength.
Gen Dwivedi highlighted challenges including traditional rivalries, terrorism, proxy war, and disinformation campaigns.
He emphasized that national security and nation-building are inseparable, requiring a whole-of-nation approach involving governance, industry, academia, and civil society.
The Army is actively engaging with the youth, recognizing them as a significant strength and instrument of power in this new era of warfare, with initiatives like technology clusters and paid internships.
- Who
- Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi, Union minister Kiren Rijiju, Col Sofiya Qureshi, military veterans, ambassadors, analysts, students, defence experts, youth, NCC cadets, civil defence, and social media warriors.
- What
- The Army Chief stated that warfare is increasingly becoming non-kinetic and non-contact, requiring a response that involves intellectual, technological, and moral preparedness, and emphasized the inseparable nature of national security and nation-building.
- When
- October 31 (Friday) for the speech; upcoming Chanakya Defence Dialogue on November 27-28, 2025.
- Where
- Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi.
- Why
- To address the evolving nature of warfare, the challenges posed by traditional rivalries, terrorism, proxy war, and disinformation campaigns, and to highlight the role of youth and a whole-of-nation approach in national security and nation-building.
- Event
- Chanakya Defence Dialogue: Young Leaders Forum & 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
- Speaker
- Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi
- Date of Speech
- October 31 (Friday)
- Location of Event
- Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi
- Theme of Dialogue
- Reform to Transform: Sashakt and Aur Surakshit Bharat
- Upcoming Event Date
- November 27-28, 2025 (Chanakya Defence Dialogue)
