Why in News?
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah inaugurated the 9th National Security Strategies (NSS) Conference 2026 in New Delhi on August 24, 2026.
Key Highlights
- The 9th National Security Strategies Conference 2026 was inaugurated by Amit Shah in New Delhi.
- More than 850 participants from across the country took part in the conference in a hybrid format.
- Participants included Ministers of State for Home Affairs, the Union Home Secretary, Deputy National Security Advisers, senior police officials and heads of Central Armed Police Forces.
- Discussions focused on counter-terrorism, intelligence sharing, cybercrime, narcotics control, illegal migration and proxy warfare.
- The conference also discussed the use of Artificial Intelligence for intelligence analysis through the Multi Agency Centre (MAC).
- Other issues included infiltration, fugitives, information warfare, bio-security and threats from sub-aerial systems.
Key Issues Discussed
- Use of Artificial Intelligence in Security: A major focus of the conference was the use of Artificial Intelligence in analysing information available through the Multi Agency Centre.
- Focus on Counter-Terrorism and Infiltration: The Home Minister stressed the need for stronger measures against infiltration and more effective investigation of cases registered under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). He also emphasised the need for proper training for personnel involved in implementing the PRAHAAR scheme. Discussions also covered faster trials through the repatriation of fugitives and the use of provisions relating to trial in absentia.