The Union Budget has always been more than a financial statement. It is a policy compass that signals the government’s priorities, strategic concerns, and development roadmap for the year ahead. In the context of a rapidly evolving threat landscape – ranging from urban fires and industrial hazards to cyber-physical attacks, border tensions, and climate-induced disasters – the Budget assumes even greater significance for the security, fire safety, and disaster management ecosystem.
The Union Budget 2026-27 reflects a continued emphasis on internal security, police modernisation, intelligence strengthening, and disaster preparedness. Increased allocations for surveillance infrastructure, border management, forensic capabilities, and response forces indicate a shift toward technology-driven, integrated, and resilient safety frameworks. These investments are not only aimed at strengthening national security but also at enhancing the safety of critical infrastructure, industrial facilities, urban centres, and public spaces.
For the security and fire safety industry, the Budget’s provisions are likely to translate into new opportunities in advanced surveillance, AI-enabled analytics, fire detection and suppression systems, emergency response equipment, and integrated command-and-control platforms. At the same time, the industry continues to look toward policy support in areas such as domestic manufacturing, standards harmonisation, skill development, and incentives for technology adoption.
In this special feature, SecurityLinkIndia brings together the perspectives of leading industry experts, solution providers, consultants, and stakeholders to decode the real-world implications of the Union Budget 2026. Their insights offer a ground-level view of emerging opportunities, potential challenges, and the policy directions needed to build a safer, smarter, and more resilient India.
Managing Director, India, Vicon Industries
Key takeaways from Union Budget 2026
The Union Budget 2026-27 marks a decisive shift in how India views safety and security – no longer as isolated line items, but as core national infrastructure. Enhanced allocations for internal security, intelligence gathering, police modernization, border management, and disaster preparedness clearly indicate the government’s intent to move from reactive responses to preventive and intelligence-led systems. What is particularly encouraging is the implicit acknowledgment that modern security challenges cannot be addressed through manpower alone; technology, integration, and data-driven decision-making are now central to the strategy.
For the security, fire, and disaster management sectors, the budget reinforces the importance of integrated surveillance, early warning systems, and resilient command-and-control platforms. The focus is not just on expanding coverage, but on improving response quality, situational awareness, and coordination across agencies – an approach that aligns closely with the realities faced by large cities, critical infrastructure operators, and emergency responders.
Expected opportunities and challenges for the industry in the coming year
From an industry standpoint, the budget opens up significant opportunities in advanced surveillance, edge-based AI analytics, smart guarding, fire detection and suppression, and integrated disaster response solutions. Demand will increasingly favor systems that can deliver actionable intelligence in real time, reduce operator fatigue, and remain operational during high-stress scenarios such as natural disasters or security incidents.
However, these opportunities come with equally significant challenges. Execution remains the industry’s biggest test. Certification readiness, cybersecurity compliance, and system interoperability continue to be areas where projects often slow down. Additionally, while budgets are being allocated, the ecosystem still faces a shortage of trained personnel capable of operating and maintaining increasingly complex systems. Vendors will need to invest not only in technology, but also in training, lifecycle support, and long-term service models to meet rising customer expectations.
Policy or budgetary measures still needed to accelerate growth and preparedness
While Union Budget 2026 sets the right direction, a few structural enablers are still required to translate intent into impact. Faster and more predictable certification processes – particularly for security and surveillance equipment – would significantly reduce deployment timelines. Clearer and harmonized cybersecurity frameworks for connected security devices would help both buyers and suppliers align expectations early in the project lifecycle.
There is also a strong case for deeper incentives to promote indigenous design and manufacturing, especially in high-value components and software. Beyond capital expenditure, greater emphasis on capacity building – training police forces, fire services, and disaster response teams – will be critical to ensure that advanced systems are used to their full potential rather than becoming underutilized assets.
Outlook for the Indian safety and security ecosystem in FY 2026–27
Looking ahead to FY 2026-27, India’s safety and security ecosystem stands at an inflection point. The convergence of policy support, budgetary allocation, and technological maturity presents an opportunity to build systems that are not only smarter, but also more resilient and sustainable. The focus will gradually shift from standalone deployments to integrated platforms that combine surveillance, analytics, communication, and command functions into a unified operational view.
In this environment, success will favor organizations that move beyond box-selling and focus on outcomes – reliability, compliance, and long-term partnership. The next phase of growth will belong to solution providers who understand that security is not just about detection, but about trust, continuity, and preparedness. If executed well, the measures outlined in Union Budget 2026 could lay the foundation for a safer, more resilient India in the years to come.
Managing Director, CP PLUS (Adity Infotech Limited)
Key takeaways from Union Budget 2026
The Union Budget 2026 signals a decisive shift in India’s technology and security journey, with a clear focus on building capability at home. The strengthened push under the India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 is not only about self-reliance, but about ensuring that the intelligence, computing power, and hardware powering next-generation AI systems are designed and manufactured in India.
Policy or budgetary measures still needed to accelerate growth and preparedness
The government’s emphasis on artificial intelligence reflects a move from experimentation to real-world, mission-critical deployment. As AI becomes central to public safety, surveillance, and smart infrastructure, this Budget lays the foundation for scalable, secure, and responsible adoption across the country.
Outlook for the Indian safety and security ecosystem in FY 2026–27
For homegrown technology companies, this policy clarity creates long-term confidence to invest locally, innovate for Indian needs, and build globally competitive solutions. It positions India not just as a consumer of advanced technologies, but as a trusted creator of AI-led security and infrastructure solutions aligned with the vision of Make in India.
Vice President of Sales, India, SAARC, SEA & ANZ at Fortinet.
Budget 2026 reflects India’s intent to strengthen its position as a trusted hub for digital services, cloud, and advanced technologies. Steps to simplify the IT services framework, encourage data center investments, and push wider AI adoption are aimed at building long-term competitiveness. At the same time, as digital infrastructure scales, complexity, and cyber risk increase. Cyber risk today is continuous, not episodic, and organizations need to plan for resilience as a core business requirement. Embedding security into digital foundations will be critical to protecting data, ensuring continuity, and maintaining trust as India’s digital economy continues to expand.
MD & CEO, Matrix Comsec
Key takeaways from Union Budget 2026
The Union Budget 2026-27 marks a decisive shift from ‘policing by presence’ to ‘policing by intelligence.’ Beyond the broad increases in allocations, the most telling signal of this transformation is the fundamental move toward high-tech asset creation. The government is prioritizing the deployment of advanced surveillance grids, modernized command centers, and digital security infrastructure over mere recurrent operational spending. It is a clear mandate to build a resilient, technology-driven backbone for national safety and internal security.
Expected opportunities and challenges for the industry in the coming year
For the security industry, the substantial weightage given to modernizing police and border functions points to a major evolution in physical security. We are witnessing a transition away from fragmented, low-cost surveillance toward sophisticated, integrated platforms that unite sensors, AI, and human response. This signals a clear demand for AI-driven solutions that process data at the edge to prevent incidents, rather than just recording them after the fact. This is no longer about just ‘watching’ a perimeter; it is about the sovereignty of information and the speed of response.
Outlook for the Indian safety and security ecosystem in FY 2026–27
Furthermore, the government’s intensified focus on domestic electronics manufacturing, evidenced by the ₹40,000 crore outlay for the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS), reinforces a critical truth – the ‘brains’ of our security systems must be homegrown. True security for India’s critical infrastructure cannot be imported; it must be trusted, transparent, and built on Indian soil. At Matrix, we believe FY 2026-27 is the year the industry must step up as partners in national resilience. Our priority is to build smart, sovereign security systems that justify this historic investment and ensure that India’s progress is protected with absolute integrity.
CEO and Co-Founder, Shunya Labs
Union Budget 2026’s focus on AI-driven skilling, incentives for sovereign digital infrastructure, and the growth of services exports creates a strong launchpad for Indian deeptech startups. Initiatives such as the AI Impact Panel and tax holidays extending till 2047 will accelerate innovation in privacy-first, multilingual AI solutions, powering the next wave of enterprise adoption across sectors.
Managing Director, CBC Corporation India Pvt. Ltd.
Key takeaways from Union Budget 2026
The Union Budget 2026-27 has significantly elevated focus on internal security, police modernization, intelligence, border protection, and disaster preparedness, setting the stage for accelerated adoption of advanced security technologies and integrated safety solutions nationwide. This is especially timely for specialized security solution providers like CBC Corporation (India) Pvt. Ltd., (CBC) a wholly owned Indian arm of the global CBC Group that is deeply engaged in supplying surveillance optics, intelligent video systems, AI-enabled platforms and integrated security suites tailored for high-security environments.
The budget’s heightened allocation towards digital surveillance, analytics, border management tech and emergency response infrastructure aligns with CBC’s core offerings, from high-performance CCTV product and solution offerings under the GANZ brand to AI-driven unified platforms such as its newly showcased comprehensive monitoring software called ALICE powered by GANZ®, which integrates CCTV, access control, fire systems and security personnel monitoring, 3D surveillance systems, AI, IoT systems, and supporting devices including analogue devices into a single intelligence interface. This synergy between national budget priorities and CBC’s product & solution offering positions the company to play a stronger role in public sector projects and large infrastructure security deployments.
Expected opportunities and challenges for the industry in the coming year
Opportunities ahead include robust demand for advanced surveillance systems, AI-driven security solutions, smart guarding platforms, and integrated command-and-control systems – all central to modern security ecosystems. Budget-driven demand for AI-embedded security, smart guarding supervision, and scalable surveillance ecosystems present new business opportunities for CBC. However, challenges lie in execution at state and local levels, procurement cycles, standards harmonisation, and workforce skill gaps in adopting high-tech solutions.
Policy or budgetary measures still needed to accelerate growth and preparedness
To accelerate preparedness, further policy support is needed for standardisation of emergency tech procurement, incentives for indigenous capability development, and enhanced funding for disaster resilience at community levels.
Outlook for the Indian safety and security ecosystem in FY 2026–27
Overall, the Indian safety and security ecosystem in FY 2026–27 is poised for transformation, driven by technology adoption and stronger institutional frameworks, though success will depend on efficient implementation and sustained private-public sector collaboration. With robust industry demand backed by fiscal priority, the Indian safety and security ecosystem; CBC is poised for strong growth in FY 2026–27, driving more resilient, tech-centric protection models across sectors.
Executive Director – LRC & Chairman – ASIS New Delhi India Chapter
Key takeaways from Union Budget 2026
The Union Budget 20260-27 marks a decisive and welcome shift in how national security and resilience are being prioritised within India’s broader development agenda. The increased allocations toward internal security, intelligence capabilities, police modernisation, border management, and disaster preparedness reflect a clear recognition that security is no longer a reactive function, but a strategic pillar for sustained economic growth, investor confidence, and societal stability.
One of the most significant takeaways for the industry is the strong policy push toward technology-driven security solutions. Enhanced funding is expected to accelerate adoption of AI-enabled surveillance, analytics-led command-and-control centres, smart access control, and integrated emergency response platforms. These developments will drive demand not only for advanced hardware, but also for risk consulting, system integration, cybersecurity convergence, and lifecycle management of security infrastructure. The emphasis on smart guarding and supervision further highlights the transition from manpower-intensive models to intelligence-led, technology-augmented security operations.
Expected opportunities and challenges for the industry in the coming year
At the same time, the industry must be cognizant of key challenges. Faster and more transparent procurement processes, interoperability across multiple agencies, and the availability of skilled professionals capable of operating advanced systems will be critical to realising the full impact of these investments. There is also a strong need for clearer national standards, outcome-based procurement frameworks, and deeper public–private partnerships to ensure scalability, sustainability, and innovation.
Outlook for the Indian safety and security ecosystem in FY 2026–27
Looking ahead to FY 2026-27, I remain optimistic about the trajectory of the Indian safety and security ecosystem. We are witnessing a fundamental shift from perimeter-based protection to holistic risk management, resilience planning, and business continuity thinking. Organisations that align themselves with this integrated approach – combining technology, trained manpower, intelligence, and governance – will play a pivotal role in strengthening India’s preparedness for both conventional and emerging threats.
As India’s IT services industry and GCC ecosystem continue to scale, the upcoming Union Budget presents an opportunity to reinforce the fundamentals that enable consistent, high-quality delivery. Continued investment in secure, reliable digital and physical infrastructure will further strengthen India’s position as a preferred destination for global capability centers and long-term client programs. In parallel, clear policy direction on AI adoption and workforce readiness will be critical to building a world-class, innovation-driven engineering talent base that can deliver sustained value with confidence and predictability
Co-Founder, ICISSM
Key takeaways from Union Budget 2026
The Union Budget 2026-27, presented on February 1, 2026, signals a major shift toward technology-led internal security and proactive disaster resilience. With an overall allocation of ₹2.55 lakh crore for the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), the government is prioritizing modernization over traditional expansion.
Here are the key takeaways for the security, fire, and disaster management sectors:
- Security & Intelligence ModernizationThe budget moves beyond personnel costs, focusing heavily on ‘force multipliers’ like AI and surveillance.Massive Capex Jump: Capital expenditure for police and internal security surged by 84% to ₹21,272 crore, aimed at upgrading infrastructure and modern weaponry.Intelligence Bureau (IB) Boost: The IB received a 68% increase in its allocation (totaling ₹6,782 crore), with a specific eight-fold jump in capital outlay for advanced data analytics and surveillance tech.Technology & AI: The budget emphasizes ‘cutting-edge technologies’ as force multipliers. This includes a dedicated push for the Crime and Criminal Tracking Network and Systems (CCTNS) and the modernization of state police forces (₹450 crore).
- Fire Services & Urban SafetyFire safety is transitioning from a localized concern to a national infrastructure priority.Construction & Infrastructure Equipment (CIE) Scheme: A new scheme was introduced to boost domestic manufacturing of high-value equipment, specifically highlighting fire-fighting systems alongside tunnel-boring and metro equipment.Urban Flood Mitigation: Following the 16th Finance Commission’s lead, there is a continued focus on reducing urban flooding in India’s seven most populous cities, with specific funding earmarked for disaster mitigation in urban hubs.
- Disaster Management & ResilienceThe government is moving toward a ‘Challenge Mode’ for disaster preparedness.NDRF Allocation: The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) saw its establishment expenditure rise to ₹2,002 crore, ensuring better readiness and equipment for the first-responder teams.Reform-Based Financing: A proposed allocation of ₹5,000 crore per City Economic Region (CER) over five years will follow a ‘reform-cum-results’ model, incentivizing cities to improve their disaster resilience to unlock funds.Emergency Trauma Care: The budget specifically allocates funds for the establishment of Emergency Trauma Care Centers and the strengthening of district-level healthcare to improve resilience against mass-casualty incidents.
- Border & Coastal SecurityBorder Infrastructure: Increased funding for the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) (up to ₹7,394 crore) and the Vibrant Villages Program (₹350 crore) aims to secure border regions through better connectivity and civilian presence.Strategic Logistics: High-altitude roads and strategic tunnels received increased attention to ensure rapid deployment capabilities for security forces.
Expected opportunities or challenges for the industry in the coming year
The ‘Make in India’ Pivot: With 75% of the defense capital budget (approx. ₹1.39 lakh crore) reserved for domestic procurement, private manufacturers have a massive window to supply hardware, drones, and tactical gear that were previously imported.
Surveillance & AI Gold Rush: The 84% hike in police capital outlay focuses on ‘force multipliers.’ This creates a direct demand for AI Video Analytics – Real-time facial recognition and behavioral analysis for smart cities; CCTNS Integration – Software providers for the Crime and Criminal Tracking Network; and Drones – For border surveillance, crowd control, and disaster damage assessment.
Residential & Managed Services: The electronic security market is projected to grow at 11% CAGR, with a shift toward ‘Security-as-a-Service’ (SECaaS). Homeowners and MSMEs are increasingly looking for affordable, cloud-based monitoring rather than just hardware.
Urban Resilience Projects: The government’s focus on the seven most populous cities for flood mitigation and the Vibrant Villages Program offers contracts for specialized disaster-resilient infrastructure and emergency communication systems.
Fire Safety Compliance: Stringent enforcement of the National Building Code (NBC) 2016 and the boom in commercial real estate are driving a surge in demand for automated suppression and IoT-enabled smoke detection systems.
Prama India Private Limited
spokesperson
Key takeaways from Union Budget 2026
We at PRAMA India hail and welcome the Union Budget 2026-2027, which has a progressive roadmap to India’s Electronics Manufacturing ecosystem. The Union Budget has a strong focus on ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ (Self-reliant) to give the much-needed boost to the indigenous manufacturing sector. It is a definitive budget with a ‘Viksit Bharat’ (developed India) blueprint.
This visionary and growth-oriented budget has a strong focus on boosting the domestic manufacturing ecosystem through an expanded ₹40,000 crore outlay for electronics components. The scheme targets key components like display modules, camera sub-assemblies, printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), lithium cell enclosures, resistors, capacitors, and ferrites essential for consumer electronics goods and systems.
Expected opportunities or challenges for the industry in the coming year.
The budget aspires to give a major boost to the electronics manufacturing sector. The budget provides increased incentives for components like camera sub-assemblies, PCBAs, and sensors. The budget shows exemplary focus on AI & Technology by allocating a ₹500 crore outlay for AI centers of excellence, encouraging AI-powered surveillance. The other incentives are infrastructure growth, expanded, high-speed connectivity for rural areas and smart cities. The budget has offered customs duty exemptions on critical materials. We appreciate the budget as the government’s core intent to boost the electronics manufacturing sector.
Founder President, ESAI
Key takeaways from Union Budget 2026
The Union Budget 2026-27 represents a significant reinforcement of India’s internal security and resilience framework. With an allocation of approximately ₹2.55 lakh crore to the Ministry of Home Affairs, including nearly ₹1.73 lakh crore for police and internal security, the budget reflects a clear strategic intent to modernise national security capabilities. The 7.1 percent year-on-year increase is further reinforced by a sharp rise in capital expenditure to over ₹21,000 crore, signalling a shift toward technology-led security infrastructure.
Key allocations underline this transformation. Funding for the Intelligence Bureau has increased sharply to ₹6,782 crore, enabling expansion of advanced surveillance, analytics, and intelligence integration capabilities. Border management has received over ₹5,200 crore for fencing, roads, and deployment of technology such as surveillance towers and monitoring systems. The Central Armed Police Forces have been allocated approximately ₹1.16 lakh crore for modernisation and operational readiness, while ₹500 crore has been earmarked to strengthen forensic infrastructure – an essential component for effective investigation and prosecution. Disaster response capabilities continue to be supported through ongoing National Disaster Response Force-linked schemes and capacity upgrades.
Expected opportunities and challenges for the industry in the coming year
For the security industry, FY 2026-27 presents substantial opportunities. Demand is expected to rise for AI-enabled video surveillance, integrated command-and-control platforms, cybersecurity solutions, smart guarding systems, and advanced perimeter protection technologies. Police modernisation and border infrastructure projects will also accelerate adoption of modern fire detection, alarm, and suppression systems, particularly in high-risk urban and critical infrastructure environments.
At the same time, challenges remain. Dependence on imported components could stress supply chains amid global uncertainties, while delays in state-level co-funding may slow implementation of fire and disaster preparedness projects. Rapidly evolving cyber threats and a shortage of skilled professionals in advanced security technologies also require attention.
Outlook for the Indian safety and security ecosystem in FY 2026–27
Looking ahead, India’s safety and security ecosystem is poised for strong growth in FY 2026–27. As Founder of the Electronic Security Association Of India, I see this phase as a transition toward self-reliant, standards-driven innovation – positioning India not only as a secure nation, but as a global contributor to advanced security technologies.
Co-founder, CEO & Managing Director, Yotta Data Services.
Key takeaways from Union Budget 2026
The Union Budget 2026 marks a decisive and well-thought-out shift in how India approaches cloud and data centres, recognising them as long-term strategic infrastructure that underpins AI adoption, digital public services, and economic growth. The announcement of a tax holiday till 2047 for global cloud operators setting up data-centre infrastructure in India is a strong signal aimed at accelerating capital inflow, early capacity creation, and faster enterprise cloud adoption at scale.
At the same time, the introduction of a clear safe harbour provision including a defined 15% tax on cost for cloud and data-centre services delivered through Indian operating entities addresses a different but equally important objective – long-term certainty and scalability. In practice, while the tax holiday helps global players enter India quickly, large-scale and mission-critical operations naturally gravitate towards Indian entities because predictability in taxation, compliance, and regulatory alignment matters far more than headline tax rates as businesses scale.
Expected opportunities or challenges for the industry in the coming year
As cloud and AI workloads move from experimentation to regulated and business-critical deployment, global cloud providers are therefore unlikely to own and operate all physical infrastructure themselves. Instead, they will increasingly adopt asset-light models outsourcing both colocation and high-performance GPU infrastructure to trusted Indian partners while focusing on platforms, software, and customer engagement. This allows them to scale rapidly, manage capital and technology risk, and operate within a stable and transparent tax framework under the safe harbour regime.
For sovereign Indian platforms like Yotta, this evolution creates strong complementarity rather than competition. As hyperscalers localise through Indian entities and expand their India footprint, demand for hyperscale data centres combined with GPU-dense, AI-optimised infrastructure will rise sharply – areas where Indian operators with deep local execution capabilities, regulatory alignment, and energy-backed capacity are uniquely positioned.
Outlook for the Indian safety and security ecosystem in FY 2026–27
In that sense, Budget 2026 does more than attract global investment. It expands the overall AI and cloud market while anchoring global platforms within the Indian ecosystem, reinforcing the strategic role of Indian cloud and data-centre companies as the sovereign, compliant, AI-ready infrastructure backbone of India’s digital future.
Founder & Director, Matrix Geo Solutions
The Union Budget 2026-27 sends a clear signal that India’s next phase of infrastructure growth will be driven as much by data and precision as by physical assets. With record capital expenditure of ₹12.2 lakh crore and a strong focus on transport, urban development, water systems, and digital ecosystems, infrastructure planning and execution are set to become more technology-led and outcome-focused. Large corridor projects, smart cities, flood mitigation, and logistics networks increasingly depend on accurate terrain models, authoritative base maps, and real-time geospatial intelligence to reduce risk and accelerate delivery. Continued policy support for drones, space technologies, and artificial intelligence reinforces the shift from static 2D drawings to integrated 3D and 4D planning environments. For project owners, PSUs, and EPC players, survey-grade, decision-ready geospatial data will now be as critical as construction itself. At Matrix Geo Solutions, we see this Budget as an execution accelerator, where precision, integration of engineering with GIS, and digital continuity from planning to operations will define timely, resilient, and cost-effective infrastructure delivery.
Co-Founder & CTO, Eventus Security
Key takeaways from Union Budget 2026
Budget 2026 is a positive step for the IT and cybersecurity industry as it strengthens the digital backbone that enterprises depend on. Investments in cloud infrastructure, data centres, AI, and Digital India initiatives will drive higher technology adoption across sectors, while policy measures supporting IT services bring much-needed stability and predictability to the industry.
Expected opportunities or challenges for the industry in the coming year
As organisations scale digital operations, the demand for continuous security monitoring, faster incident response, and cyber resilience will only grow. This Budget indirectly accelerates the shift from siloed security tools to managed, outcome-driven security models that focus on protecting business operations rather than just infrastructure.
The increased use of AI across digital systems will also require a balanced security approach—where automation handles scale and speed, and human expertise provides judgement and context. Budget 2026 reinforces the need for cybersecurity to be embedded into digital growth, helping enterprises and government institutions build secure, resilient, and trusted digital ecosystems.
Conclusion
Union Budget 2026-27 marks a structural turning point for India’s security, fire safety, disaster management, and digital resilience ecosystem. The scale of allocations, the focus on capital expenditure, and the emphasis on AI, electronics manufacturing, cloud infrastructure, geospatial intelligence, and police modernisation collectively signal a move from incremental upgrades to systemic transformation.
What emerges clearly from industry leaders across domains is a shared understanding: security is no longer peripheral – it is foundational. From AI-powered surveillance and sovereign electronics manufacturing to hyperscale data centres, cybersecurity resilience, and urban disaster preparedness, the safety architecture of India is being redesigned for scale, speed, and self-reliance.
However, budgets alone do not build resilience. Execution discipline, faster procurement cycles, interoperability standards, skilled manpower, indigenous R&D, and strong public-private collaboration will determine whether intent translates into measurable impact. The coming year will test the industry’s ability to move beyond product deployment toward integrated, outcome-driven security ecosystems.
As India advances toward its Viksit Bharat vision, FY 2026-27 could well be remembered as the year when safety, sovereignty, and technology converged into a unified national framework. If implemented with clarity and coordination, the measures outlined in this Budget have the potential not only to secure infrastructure and institutions – but to reinforce trust, continuity, and long-term national resilience.
