Keeping in view, the complex and new forms of security threats emerging in recent times, discuss how technology is a major stakeholder in addressing the internal security challenges of India.

Globalization and fourth Industrial Revolution have given rise to new and complex forms of internal security challenges, calling for a harmonious mix of both man and machine to combat them. Man and machine both have an important role in national security.

Technology – a major stakeholder in internal security:

1. Reaching terrains where men can’t
   • g. Ladakh’s cold desert, Siachen Glacier & extreme weather conditions.
   • Drones, smart walls, are envisaged under CIBMS (Comprehensive Integrated Border Management System).
2. Intelligent inputs to stay ahead.
   • g. AI-based Data Analytics to identify deep fakes.
3. New and advanced forms of weapons to deal with complex threats
   • g. Air-Dome protection for NCR region against drones.
4. Digital monitoring & surveillance to preemptively identify threats
   • g. CCTV-based surveillance.
5. Updated cyber infrastructure, such as attack-proof internet connections, against cyber security threats.

Way Forward:

• Role of private sector through strong IPR regime and PPP models.
• Data security and privacy to leverage digitization.
• Training of intelligence agencies in new technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence and Big Data.

Pro-active step are the best remedy for security-induced threats. Technology can act as extended eyes and ears.