Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth, PVSM, AVSM, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Command, delivered the keynote address at the first-ever Southern Command Territorial Army Military-Civil Fusion Seminar 2025 in Jodhpur, calling for deeper collaboration between the armed forces, academia, and industry to meet the challenges of modern warfare and nation-building.
In his address, the Army Commander underscored the growing importance of military-civil partnerships in shaping India’s security and innovation ecosystem. He stressed that harnessing the combined strengths of diverse stakeholders is critical for addressing the complexities of hybrid warfare and driving innovation-led solutions for national defense.
The seminar also highlighted the role of technology integration and societal participation in shaping future security paradigms. Distinguished speakers shared insights on evolving warfare trends, while the event featured field visits, interactive sessions, and ideation forums designed to foster collaboration and innovation between the military, academia, and industry.
