New Delhi: Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Saturday criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s approach to technological advancements, particularly in the fields of drones and artificial intelligence (AI).
Taking to social media platform X, Gandhi shared a video illustrating how drones have transformed modern warfare. He pointed out that the integration of batteries, motors, and optics has enhanced their maneuverability and battlefield communication, making them a game-changer in military operations. “Drones have revolutionised warfare, combining batteries, motors and optics to manoeuver and communicate on the battlefield in unprecedented ways”, wrote the Congress MP on X.
Drones have revolutionised warfare, combining batteries, motors and optics to manoeuver and communicate on the battlefield in unprecedented ways. But drones are not just one technology – they are bottom-up innovations produced by a strong industrial system.
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— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) February 15, 2025
‘Drones are bottom-up innovations’
However, Gandhi said that drones are not merely a standalone technology but the result of bottom-up innovations supported by a strong industrial ecosystem. “But drones are not just one technology – they are bottom-up innovations produced by a strong industrial system,” he wrote.
He voiced concern that PM Modi has not fully grasped this concept, noting that while the Prime Minister speaks about AI, India’s competitors are making significant strides in emerging technologies. “Unfortunately, PM Modi has failed to grasp this. While he delivers ‘teleprompter’ speeches on AI, our competitors are mastering new technologies. India needs a strong production base not empty words”, he said , taking a dig at PM Modi.
Calls for strong production base
The Congress MP mentioned the need for India to establish a robust production base rather than relying solely on speeches. He highlighted the country’s vast talent, scale, and ambition, urging the government to adopt a clear vision and strengthen its industrial capabilities. According to him, this approach is essential for generating employment opportunities for the youth and positioning India as a global leader in the future.
“India has immense talent, scale and drive. We must have a clear vision and build real industrial prowess to give our youth jobs and lead India into the future”, he concluded his X post.
