Highlighting the significance of indigenous technologies in both offensive and defensive operations, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Wednesday emphasised that India must invest in and develop homegrown capabilities to ensure its security.

The CDS, while addressing an event at the Manekshaw Centre in Delhi, pointed out that foreign technologies weaken preparedness and limit the ability to scale up production, resulting in a shortfall of critical spares for sustenance and round-the-clock availability.

He further noted that Operation Sindoor, the strikes launched by the Indian Armed Forces on May 7, has proved that indigenously developed counter-unmanned aircraft system (UAS) systems built according to India's terrain and needs are crucial during military operations, ANI reported.