Raksha Manthan explored India’s evolving national security strategy amidst contested multipolarity, dysfunctional multilateralism, and hybrid security challenges in a fragile neighborhood. The conference deliberated on Defence, Dharma, Development, and Diplomacy—the four pillars shaping India’s security doctrine—to realize the vision of Viksit Bharat @ 2047.

With modern warfare expanding into cyber, AI, and economic domains, Raksha Manthan emphasized comprehensive national development, credible deterrence, and technological self-reliance. It analyzed the impact of global conflicts and the rise of grey-zone warfare, advocating a whole-of-nation approach integrating military, economic, and technological resilience.

Rooted in India’s civilizational ethos, the conference examined how Dharma ensures responsible power projection. By fostering strategic discussions, Raksha Manthan shaped a dynamic, adaptive security strategy, securing India’s global standing through innovation, pragmatism, and ethical leadership.