How Prahaar doctrine reflects India’s evolving security paradigm

The Prahaar doctrine marks a transformative shift in India’s counter-terrorism strategy, moving from reactive endurance to proactive disruption. It addresses the evolution of terrorism, which now operates through encrypted networks, cryptocurrency channels, and transnational crime links. By integrating intelligence fusion, Multi-Agency Centres, and elite forces like the National Security Guard, India aims to neutralise threats before they materialise and dismantle extremist networks, including Over Ground Worker modules. The doctrine balances robust preventive action with humane approaches, focusing on de-radicalising youth while upholding civil liberties. Embedding legal experts within investigative teams strengthens conviction rates, ensuring justice complements security in India’s evolving strategic paradigm.