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Defence, Internal Security
The UPA government will ensure that all delays in the
modernization of the armed forces are eliminated and that all funds
earmarked for modernization are spent fully at the earliest.
The UPA will set up a new Department of Ex-Servicemens' Welfare
in the Ministry of Defence. The long pending issue of one-rank, one-pension
will be re-examined.
The UPA government will make the National Security Council a
professional and effective institution.
The UPA government is committed to maintaining a credible nuclear
weapons programme while at the same time it will evolve
demonstrable and verifiable confidence-building measures with its
nuclear neighbours. It will take a leadership role in promoting
universal, nuclear disarmament and working for a nuclear weapons-free
world.
The UPA has been concerned with the manner in which POTA has
been grossly misused in the past two years. There will be no
compromise in the fight against terrorism. But given the abuse of
POTA that has taken place, the UPA government will repeal it, while
existing laws are enforced strictly.
The UPA government will take the strictest possible action, without
fear or favour, against all those individuals and organizations who
spread social discord, disturb social amity, propagate religious
bigotry and communal hatred. The law of the land will be enforced
effectively.
Science and Technology
- The UPA government will follow policies and introduce programmes
that strengthen India's vast science and technology infrastructure.
Science and technology development and application missions will
be launched in key areas, covering both global leadership and local
transformation. The UPA government will mobilize the skills and
expertise of Indian scientists, technologists and other professionals
working abroad for institution-building and other projects in the
country.
Energy Security
- The UPA government will immediately put in place policies to
enhance the country's energy security particularly in the area of oil.
Overseas investments in the hydrocarbon industry will be actively
encouraged. An integrated energy policy linked with sustainable
development will be put in place.
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