Conventional warfare and means relevant even today as they were in 1947, says Rajnath Singh
Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized the continued relevance of conventional warfare and the importance of domestic manufacturing. He highlighted significant growth in India's defence production and exports since 2014, noting the opening of a new aluminium extrusion facility to reduce import reliance.
Why it matters
Strengthening domestic defence manufacturing is a key pillar of India's strategic autonomy and economic growth policy.
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday (June 19, 2026) said conventional warfare and means are still relevant today as they were in 1947, and noted that a nation that fulfils its own needs can march ahead with confidence.
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