Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan today said that India will not be deterred by nuclear blackmail, emphasising that Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) should be considered more as an environment than a threat.

 

Inaugurating the CBRN Conclave in New Delhi, General Chauhan underlined the need to brace oneself to operate in contaminated environments. He stressed the need to stay ready with indigenous, state-of-the-art CBRN defence equipment, including early warning systems, lightweight Individual Protective Equipment, and specialised gadgets to carry out coordinated operations in synergy with military and civilian establishments. 

 

The two-day conclave is being organised by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). The conference focuses on enhancing national resilience by incorporating stakeholders’ perspectives into training and the infusion of technologies.

 

This will enhance the preparedness of security agencies in coordinated response for handling any CBRN event. The conclave brings together experts and policymakers from the Armed Forces, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) with the aim of strengthening India’s response to CBRN threats.