At the Anti-Terror Conference 2024, Union Home Minister Amit Shah emphasised the pressing need to combat "borderless and invisible" terror threats with cutting-edge technology, a response to terrorism's increasingly decentralised and advanced methods.
Speaking at the event's inauguration, Shah warned that terror groups are evolving, utilising sophisticated tools and digital networks to operate without geographical limitations.
He noted that India’s young law enforcement officers must be equipped with the latest technology to effectively counter these emerging threats, and he assured that advanced training incorporating these tools would be provided to security personnel.
Shah announced that the Ministry of Home Affairs will launch a National Counter Terrorism Policy and Strategy, highlighting that, while counter-terrorism efforts are primarily a state-level responsibility, central agencies will provide full support through information sharing and operational assistance.
Shah also acknowledged the proactive approach of the Modi government in tackling terrorism, reinforcing the zero-tolerance policy that has been globally recognized.
Security experts and intelligence agencies have recently warned that terrorism is advancing into what is being referred to as "Hybrid 3.0" terrorism. This new form of terrorism is increasingly decentralised and leaderless, making it harder to track and dismantle.
Unlike traditional terror tactics focused on territorial control, Hybrid 3.0 is ideologically driven, using modern tools like drones, digital currencies, and cyber capabilities. The aim is to spread a unified ideological message across borders, with groups transforming into more lethal, cross-border networks.
The two-day Anti-Terror Conference, organised by the National Investigation Agency in coordination with the Ministry of Home Affairs, aims to address these rising challenges by fostering cooperation among various stakeholders.
The conference includes discussions on counter-terrorism strategies, international legal cooperation, and the evolving legal framework in India. Senior police officials from states and union territories, as well as central agencies and experts in law, technology, and forensics, are attending to develop a cohesive approach to counter-terrorism, as per a Ministry of Home Affairs release.
Shah highlighted the recent discoveries of advanced technological devices used by militants in regions like Jammu and Kashmir as a reminder of the evolving threats.
The discussions at the conference are expected to yield insights into handling these challenges, with inputs that will shape future policies and training programs for India’s counter-terrorism forces.
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