India’s defense capabilities took center stage at the North Tech Symposium as Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth lauded Operation Sindoor’s triumph, where homegrown weapons decisively crushed terrorist bases and foiled adversarial plots. Speaking on May 5, Seth attributed the victory to the soldiers’ indomitable spirit, amplified by state-of-the-art indigenous armaments.
‘India’s war machinery is born from its domestic defense production hubs,’ Seth stated, hailing MSMEs and startups as engines of future growth and key players in realizing Viksit Bharat by 2047. He described them as modern-day Vishwakarmas fueling economic and technological progress.
Self-reliance in defense was evident in the potent use of Indian-made gear, reflected in surging production and export records that herald a resurgent India prioritizing national security. Seth asserted, ‘We seek no harm to others, yet we stand firm against any encroachment on our sovereignty.’
He called on industries to think disruptively, innovate relentlessly, and leverage government-backed programs like the UP Defense Corridor. Innovation, he stressed, is perpetual, with assured governmental backing. Lieutenant General Anindy Sengupta urged partnerships to equip the army for tomorrow’s battles, emphasizing strategic independence via operational capabilities.
Kicking off with Rajnath Singh’s inauguration, the event by SIDM and Army Commands displays cutting-edge private sector innovations: drones, all-terrain counter-UAV vehicles, surveillance tools, and beyond, underscoring India’s march towards defense autonomy.
