Managing New Age Challenges –Opportunities for Safety and Security Industry
Staying ahead in Internal Security for National Threats:
Rajendra Agrawal, Member of Parliament
The Associated Chambers of Commerce & Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) has recently organized ‘India Homeland Security Summit 2023.’ At this 8th India Homeland Security Summit on the theme ‘Managing New Age Challenges –Opportunities for Safety and Security Industry, Summit-cum-Excellence Awards,’ Rajendra Agrawal, Hon’ble Member of Parliament spoke about the efforts of the Indian government and various state governments to modernize and upgrade the police forces across the country.
“We should be ready for anything that comes up and updated in all forms,” he said while addressing the conference organised by ASSOCHAM at New Delhi, “Furthermore, technologies have a profound impact on homeland security. Smart policing, border security solutions, and innovation are the opportunities for the homeland security sector and for India to become the next major manufacturing center.”
Anil Puri, Co-Chairperson, National Council on Homeland Security & Disaster Management, ASSOCHAM, and CMD, APS Group
SN Shrivastava, IPS (Retd), Former Commissioner, Delhi Police, and Member of Public Police NGO said cyber security glitches need to be addressed and adopting new tech is a viable option to minimize operational overheads. Cyber security concerns and attacks have a potential of affecting protection and production quality and safety of human lives.
Dr. Vikram Singh, IPS (Retd), Former DGP, UP Police highlighted that we should be a generation ahead of our neighbouring countries in terms of adopting new technologies and updation. This will lead to a success of law and enforcement. We have customized solutions related to artificial intelligence and machine learning, he added.
Yashovardhan Azad, IPS (Retd), Former Special Director, Intelligence Bureau & Secretary, Security, Government of India shared that homeland security is an imperative concern and our rich history faces unique challenges that demands innovative solutions and collaboration from stakeholders. These challenges are profound for geopolitical and economic differences.
Col. Ashok Kumar Singh, Member ASSOCHAM and Head of Training and Development at AP Securitas Pvt Ltd in his welcome address highlighted how India should be at peace with its borders inside out and leading in front.
MA Johar, President, Govt Business Vertical, CP Plus shared his insights on latest advances in science and technology, methods, and practices for the modernisation of our security system. India should support the use of advanced technology and equipment, as well as investment by the private sector in order to improve police operational efficiency.
A joint knowledge report by EY and ASSOCHAM on the topic ‘Emerging technologies in homeland security’ was released by the eminent dignitaries and industry stakeholders.
