Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen (retd) KT Parnaik, who also participated virtually from Itanagar, highlighted the strategic importance of these projects for both the state and the nation
He said ever since he took over the responsibility of the Defence Ministry, he has always stressed on the fact that whatever may be the scenario, soldiers should have complete preparedness
Army chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi, senior officers and jawans were also present on the occasion
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh expressed cautious optimism about ongoing diplomatic-military talks with China, emphasising troop disengagement as key to resolving tensions
Singh noted that he has attended the Army Commanders' Conference for over five years, emphasising that these high-level discussions benefit both the armed forces and the nation as a whole
Prime minister used the phrase 'Janta ke sewak' while stressing that ministers must dedicate themselves to solving the problems of common people and improving their ease of living
The ministers also discussed ways to further strengthen the defence industrial collaboration and enhance supply chain resilience, the Indian defence ministry said
The event is being organised by Innovations for Defence Excellence - Defence Innovation Organisation (iDEX-DIO), under the ministry's Department of Defence Production
The minister also underscored India's commitment to ensuring the safety and security of the vital international maritime routes
Asserting the BJP fulfils its promises made to the people, he said the Centre provided Rs 78,000 crore for Haryana's development
Singh also said that reservations in government jobs have been made for those Agniveers who are not retained after completing the mandatory service period
In the last few years, the government has taken a series of measures to promote the domestic defence industry
Union Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted private sector's key role in the Indian economy, highlighting the sector's growing impact, particularly in manufacturing and services
Rajnath said that more than half of country's workforce is employed in agriculture sector and related activities while role of the private sector has increased in the manufacturing and service sectors
Singh said the country is moving forward and becoming independent with focus on the manufacture of bombs, tanks and missiles locally
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said the best way of dealing with multiple challenges posed by India's geo-strategic location was to ensure border area development
In his address, the Defence Minister said, "Indian Air Force and defence sector are moving ahead rapidly with resolution of self-reliant India"
Singh's remarks come in the backdrop of calls for India's potential role in pushing peace talks between Russia and Ukraine as New Delhi has good relations with both the nations
Defence minister pointed out that India's geo-strategic position is such that it is exposed to different kinds of challenges and the best way to deal with them is to ensure border area development
Lockheed Martin and Tata Advanced Systems announced a partnership to advance the C-130J Super Hercules project in India. The announcement comes days after Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's US visit