VIJIGISHU – Defence Think Tank

Welcome to ‘VIJIGISHU’ — A Scholar-led Think Tank for Defence & Security Studies.

‘Strategic Wisdom For Security and Statecraft’

Advancing defence, security, strategic affairs and geopolitical research through intellectual engagement and meaningful dialogue.

Independent Think Tank

Evidence-Based Research

Strategic Dialogue

Policy Impact & Outreach

STRATEGY. SECURITY. STATECRAFT.

About 'VIJIGISHU'

'VIJIGISHU' is a scholar-driven strategic platform committed to intellectual engagement in defence and security studies. The name 'VIJIGISHU' derived from the Kautilya's Arthashastra, represents the strategic actor who seeks victory through wisdom, preparedness and calculated statecraft. Our institution seeks to cultivate strategic thought by connecting scholars, researchers, practitioners, aspirants, and policy observers interested in military affairs, strategic studies, international security, defence economics, conflict analysis & geopolitical developments. We believe that robust strategic understanding emerges from rigorous scholarship, informed debate and evidence-based analysis. Through publications, strategic dialogues, academic collaborations, training initiatives and research programmes, 'VIJIGISHU' seeks to contribute meaningfully to India’s evolving security and geopolitical discourse.

Publications

India’s Strategic Response to Left-Wing Extremism : An Assessment

May 28, 2026 No Comments

Hitesh Patel pursued his higher education in the field of Defence and Strategic Studies, developing a strong academic foundation in security studies, strategic thought, and national security affairs. He has qualified the UGC-NET examination multiple times, including securing the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), reflecting his academic excellence in the discipline. He is currently engaged in doctoral research in Defence Studies at Pt. Ravishankar Shukla University, Raipur, with a research focus on Indian Border Management. He is also the founder and mentor of Defence Gyan DSS (DGDSS), an academic mentoring initiative established to guide aspirants preparing for UGC-NET, JRF, Assistant Professor examinations and higher research opportunities in Defence and Strategic Studies.