In a significant advancement for India’s defense capabilities, Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh announced the commencement of the Sudarshan Chakra project, an indigenous air defense system modeled after Israel’s Iron Dome. This initiative aims to establish a multi-layered defense mechanism to intercept aerial threats like missiles and drones, emphasizing the urgent need for self-reliance in defense technologies. With the integration of India’s own Integrated Air Command and Control System (IACCS), the project reflects a strategic shift towards indigenous innovation and modernization in military operations. Highlighting the evolving nature of warfare, the IAF Chief underscored the necessity for India to bolster its defense ecosystem to counter emerging threats effectively, marking a pivotal step towards achieving strategic autonomy in an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape.