Security Leadership Summit 2024 Concludes: AI, Drones, Cybersecurity and Women’s Security in Focus at the Summit Shaping India's Security Landscape

New Delhi – The 19th Security Leadership Summit 2024, organized by CAPSI and APDI, concluded at PHD House, New Delhi. The event brought together industry leaders, policymakers, and experts to explore advanced technologies shaping the security landscape under the theme “Surakshit Bharat – Viksit Bharat 2047.”

Key discussions highlighted AI in security services, women’s safety, private sector investigations, and collaboration between private security and police forces. Sessions on drone technology, cybersecurity, and leadership emphasized the emergence of drone warriors as the future of frontline security operations.

The summit featured distinguished Chief Guests, including Chief Guest Gen (Dr) V K Singh, PVSM, AVSM, YSM (Retd), Former Union Minister with Dr. Satya Pal Singh, Former Union Minister Lt. Gen M U Nair, PVSM, AVSM, SM, National Cyber Security Coordinator (NCSC), Government of India, and Sh. Mahesh Sharma, Secretary General, CAPSI and APDI, presiding over the event.

Chief Guest Gen V K Singh, PVSM, AVSM, YSM (Retd) Former Union Minister released CAPSI’s ‘Surakshit Bharat – Viksit Bharat Vision 2047’, outlining a roadmap for a secure and developed Bharat by 2047. Lt General MU Nair, PVSM, AVSM, SM, National Cyber Security Coordinator (NCSC) Government of India shared insights on integrating AI and drones with national security, while Mr. Devesh Chandra Srivastava, Special CP – Crime (IAS), Delhi Police, chaired a panel on Women Security.

Esteemed speakers included Dr. Satya Pal Singh, Dr. Shamsher Singh, Lt. Gen. A B Shivane, PVSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd), Former DG Mechanised Forces Indian Army & Strike Corps Commander, Shri. Rajneesh Gupta, IPS, Joint Commissioner of Police / IFSO, Special Cell, Sh. S S Srivastava, Sh. V K Bhawra IPS (R), Sh. Anil Pratham IPS (R), and representatives from the Indian Army, Delhi Police, and global security organizations. International experts such as Mr. Mike LaCorte, President – Association of British Investigators (AB) & CEO, Conflict International Limited and Ambassador (Dr.) Sylvester Okere, Founder & CEO, Strategic Groups USA LLC added global perspectives to the discussions.

Kunwar Vikram Singh Chairman of CAPSI & APDI, highlighted the summit’s focus on future-ready security through technology and leadership under the vision ‘Surakshit Bharat – Viksit Bharat 2047.’ He also announced CAPSI’s initiative to train one lakh drone warriors under DGCA guidelines to transform India’s security framework.

Chief Guest Gen V K Singh, PVSM, AVSM, YSM (Retd) Former Union Minister, highlighted that strong internal security is key to national safety, urging responsible use of technology to achieve a Surakshit Bharat, Saksham Bharat, and Viksit Bharat.

Dr. Satya Pal Singh, Former Union Minister, highlighted the importance of collaboration between government and private security agencies to build a robust safety culture.”

Chief Guest, Hon’ble Sh. Jual Oram, Hon’ble Minister, Ministry of Tribal Affairs commended CAPSI for connecting over one crore security guards, focusing on training, and promoting cybersecurity.”