Mann ki Baat: India emerging as trusted global defence partner, says PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India's growing status as a global defence partner during his 'Mann Ki Baat' radio address. He also commemorated Kargil Vijay Diwas and praised recent advancements in India's space and missile technology sectors.
Why it matters
The speech reflects India's strategic push toward self-reliance in defense manufacturing and its increasing international profile in aerospace.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (July 26, 2026) asserted that India is emerging as a trusted global defence partner and the country continues to strengthen its defence capabilities.
Addressing his monthly radio broadcast 'Mann Ki Baat', he also paid rich tributes to the Indian soldiers who fought the Kargil war .
Despite harsh weather and the enemy's challenges, they showed extraordinary courage during the 1999 conflict with Pakistan, he noted.
"Kargil Vijay Diwas fills us with pride. This day reminds us of the extraordinary courage of our brave soldiers," he said.
The Prime Minister said today, be it in defence production or defence exports, India is consistently moving towards new heights.
"India is emerging as a trusted global defence partner and the country continues to strengthen its defence capabilities," he said.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in