PM Modi announces ‘Mission Sudarshan Chakra’ to secure key establishments with indigenous technology

Context:

During his Independence Day 2025 address from the Red Fort, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced Mission Sudarshan Chakra, a decade-long national security initiative aimed at protecting India’s critical establishments through indigenous technological development.

Key Highlights:

1. Objective:
   • Ensure protection of India’s vital institutions.
   • Build a self-reliant, research-driven security framework.
2. Strategic Approach:
   • Multi-layered security including:
     • Advanced surveillance
     • Cybersecurity & cyber resilience
     • Physical infrastructure safeguards
   • Integration of defence research agencies, government establishments, and private innovators.
3. Indigenous Technology Focus:
   • Entirely developed within India, aligning with Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision.
   • Reduces dependency on foreign systems and enhances strategic sovereignty.
4. Cultural Inspiration:
   • PM Modi invoked Mahabharata: Lord Krishna shielding sunlight to help Arjun defeat Jayadrath—symbolizing proactive protection of strategic assets.
5. Relevance to Past Threats:
   • Lessons drawn from 2008 Mumbai attacks and global trends in cyber warfare, hybrid threats, and sabotage.
   • Focus on anticipatory and integrated security planning rather than reactive measures.
6. Timeline & Scope:
   • Next 10 years; national-level coverage.
   • Blend of cultural ethos and cutting-edge innovation.
     
     Updated 15-08-2025 | 09:29 AM | DD News