Redefined Deterrence: India's AI-Coordinated Precision Strike Operation as a Paradigm Shift in Modern Warfare

Abstract

This paper examines the hypothetical scenario of AI-coordinated precision strike operations in the context of India's evolving military capabilities. By analyzing the potential integration of artificial intelligence, satellite intelligence, and precision munitions, we explore how such technological convergence could represent a significant evolution in deterrence doctrine. The paper evaluates how India's growing technological prowess could theoretically enable operations that minimize collateral damage while maximizing operational effectiveness. Through assessment of strategic, tactical, and geopolitical implications, we demonstrate how a shift from conventional military engagement to technology-driven precision operations could fundamentally alter security dynamics in South Asia. This theoretical analysis provides valuable insights for military planners, policymakers, and scholars seeking to understand the transformative impact of emerging technologies on warfare and deterrence in the 21st century within the constraints of India's specific geopolitical context and technological capabilities.