India's Strategic Defence: A Balancing Act of Strength and Diplomacy

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized India's commitment to peace and dialogue but without compromising national sovereignty and security. He highlighted India's role as a reliable partner in the Indo-Pacific and Global South, driven by economic growth, technological capabilities, and principled foreign policy, while modernizing its defense sector.

India steadfastly endorses peace and dialogue, yet it stands unwavering on the sovereignty and security of its nation, according to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.

In a compelling address, Singh underscored India's emergence as a 'voice of balance and responsibility' on the global stage, with nations in the Indo-Pacific and Global South recognizing New Delhi as a dependable ally.

Highlighting strides in economic growth, technological advances, and foreign policy, Singh noted India's proactive involvement in global discourse, driven by strategic autonomy and rooted in civilisational values. The modernization of forces and defense industrial ecosystem are focal to its strategy.

(With inputs from agencies.)