Retired Lt Gen Raj Shukla, discussing his book, emphasized that civil-military fusion is crucial for India's rise as a global power, enhancing national strength, security, and technological self-reliance. He highlighted the integration of military with civilian sectors like industry and academia to address security challenges, citing China's success with similar principles. Shukla argued that India's civilizational ethos supports this fusion, which fosters synergy between soldiers, scientists, and entrepreneurs for innovation and indigenization.