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SECURITY AND DEFENCE STUDIES RESEARCH CENTRE

A sub-entity of The Indian Netizens for strategic studies through Indian lens.

ABOUT US

Motto: धर्मो रक्षति रक्षितः / Dharma Protects Those Who Protect It

This motto is not merely an ancient Sanskrit maxim, it is our battle cry and guiding philosophy. Dharma protects those who protect it embodies the timeless duty of guardianship, honouring the bond between protector and protected. At the Security and Defence Studies Research Centre, we reclaim this legacy with youthful vigour and strategic rigour, forging a space where India’s next generation of defence thinkers can sharpen ideas and shape policy.

As a strategic and autonomous vertical of The Indian Netizens, our Centre stands at the crossroads of national security, strategic analysis, and youth leadership. We do not simply observe military manoeuvres or study defence white papers; we interrogate doctrine, innovate concepts, and champion an India‑first security discourse. From asymmetric warfare and cybersecurity to border management and force modernisation, our work is driven by rigorous research, informed opinion, and unwavering purpose.

We engage with defence institutions, service academies, think tanks, and veteran communities to ensure our analyses are both grounded and forward‑looking. Through detailed policy briefs, field reports, expert interviews, war‑gaming simulations, and multimedia explainers, we aim to inform, influence, and inspire. Our content equips young Indians with the knowledge and conviction to contribute to India’s security narrative on campus, in the media, and at every strategic forum.

This Centre is more than a research hub. It is a forge for India’s future strategists, analysts, and security innovators. We believe national defence is not the sole domain of uniformed officers but a shared responsibility that thrives in classrooms, online forums, and citizen initiatives. The Indian Netizens gives us strength and reach, but our vision is our own: bold, clear, and resolute. India’s security must be safeguarded with intellect, integrity, and courage and it will be upheld by our youth.

WHAT WE COVER

More Than a Centre. A Movement.

At the Security and Defence Studies Research Centre, we probe the full spectrum of India’s safety and strategic challenges through the eyes of its next generation of guardians. Our work centres on understanding how India defends its borders, secures its cyberspace, and modernises its armed forces: all vital pillars of a resilient national posture. We draw on historical lessons, contemporary doctrine, and fresh youth‑led perspectives to map the contours of India’s defence strategy.

We examine India’s evolving military relationships and strategic alliances, from bilateral pacts with friendly nations to multilateral groupings such as the Quad and SCO. Our analysts track joint exercises, arms procurements, and regional balance‑of‑power dynamics in the Indo‑Pacific and beyond. We delve into emerging threats: cyber attacks, hybrid warfare, and non‑state actors—while evaluating India’s preparedness and response frameworks.

Our research outputs include in‑depth policy briefs, field reports on border infrastructure and force readiness, and wargaming simulations that test strategic hypotheses in realistic scenarios. We also produce expert interviews, multimedia explainers on defence technologies, and white‑paper analyses on topics such as deterrence theory, defence procurement reforms, and the impact of artificial intelligence on future battlefields.

This centre is not just about studying security; it is about shaping India’s defence narrative from Bharat to the world. By empowering India’s youth with rigorous insights and strategic foresight, we aim to cultivate a generation ready to safeguard our nation with intellect, innovation, and unwavering resolve.