General’s Jottings: The former chief of the Western Command of the Indian Army says J Singh of the Lieutenant General (Retd.) that India’s Economic Centre, such as Chennai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad, is not only a symbol of development but must be the key part of our security strategy. He shared his views on the economic and security balance of the country in a recent event held in Delhi. He said that the economic centers present in the southern part of India have now become a hub of global trade and investment. In view of the growing economic importance of these cities, it is important to create a special security framework.

J Singh of the Lieutenant General (Retd.) said that cities like Chennai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad are not just economic hubs, but also our security priorities should be central. General Singh said, "Our forces are traditionally prepared for threats on Western and Eastern borders. But now it’s time to pay special attention to the safety of these economic centres. ""

Major Centres of Marine Business and International Investment

He said that the cities like Chennai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad have not only become the economic backbone of India, but also became important to ensure the security of cyber security, infrastructure security, and security of the terrorist threats. Singh pointed out that this area is the major centre of marine trade and international investment.

He suggested for safety in these areas "Specific strategic planning and sustainable security systems" should be. According to them, "Economic security is no longer the subject of the economy, but it has become an important part of strategic matters. ""

Think Tank Need

General Singh stressed the establishment of think tanks in Indian armed forces. He said the country needs to adopt a professional approach on security issues. He fired that the think tank should avoid duplication and waste of resources in the installation.

Singh said clearing the need for think tanks at the command level of the army, "We should discuss not only existing issues, but also strategy for future threats. ""

New Challenges and Solutions at Borders

As the former head of Sikkim Corps, General Singh said that new challenges are emerging on the eastern border. He emphasized the need for restructuring of the armed forces and strengthening the central armed forces.

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General Singh his book in the event ‘Generals Jobtings: National Security, Conflicts and Strategies’ Also submitted. He presented this book to the Army Chief General Dyendra Dwivedi.

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In the book he has also analyzed Russia-Ukraine war and global security scenario. He wrote, "The inaction of fatigue and Western associates in the troops of Ukraine has made the struggle more difficult. ""

General Singh reported that "Russia-Ukraine war has entered the third year, and it has lesser chances of decisive results. ""

How will future battles

Singh also discussed potential global conflicts in the future. He said the world now ‘Corridor’s Conflict’ Moving towards. The competition between China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and India-Central East-Europe Corridor (IMEC) can further increase it.

He said, "Geo-economics is now being used through restrictions, especially in the field of energy security. This conflict between BRI and IMEC will decide the strategic direction of the future. ""

General Singh says that India has to develop its security strategies not only from traditional perspectives but from modern and broad perspectives. The development of India is incomplete without economic security. We must ensure that our economic hubs are protected from global threats," He said.

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