About the Paper
Maneuver is essential in statecraft, extending beyond military applications to include diplomacy, economics and cognitive strategies. It involves positioning adversaries disadvantageously through agility and adaptability. This paper analyses India’s national capacity for maneuver within the DIME-T framework (Diplomatic, Information/Cognitive, Military, Economic, Technology) against the backdrop of recent events and challenges. The recent Operation SINDOOR demonstrated India’s capability to synchronize various national powers in response to geopolitical crises. Despite advancements in military modernisation, India faces challenges in diplomatic coordination and economic investment in defence. The paper highlights that India’s strategic success hinges on integrating all elements of national power within a cohesive framework, emphasising the ‘whole-of-nation’ approach as vital in modern strategy.
