India emerging as trusted global defence partner: PM in Mann Ki Baat address
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said India is emerging as a trusted global defence partner and continues to strengthen its defence capabilities. In his
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said India is emerging as a trusted global defence partner and continues to strengthen its defence capabilities. In his monthly radio broadcast, 'Mann Ki Baat', he said the country was reaching new heights in defence production and exports. He also paid tributes to the soldiers who fought in the Kargil War, saying their courage continues to inspire the country. "Kargil Vijay Diwas fills us with pride. This day reminds us of the extraordinary courage of our brave soldiers," he said, recalling that they showed exceptional bravery during the 1999 conflict with Pakistan despite harsh weather and enemy challenges.
Read Full Story PM Modi said India was making steady progress in defence and strategic technology. "India is emerging as a trusted global defence partner and the country continues to strengthen its defence capabilities," he said. Referring to his visit to Indonesia at the beginning of July, he said a major agreement was reached for the BrahMos and Astra missiles. He said the Defence Research and Development Organisation this month successfully tested the Pinaka Long Range Guided Rocket.
"Behind this success is the collective hard work of our scientists and engineers. Just two-three days ago, DRDO successfully tested the Kusha missile as well," he said. The Prime Minister also said people across the country felt proud after the successful launch of Vikram-1 last Sunday and called it a historic moment for India's space sector. "This is India's first rocket developed by the private sector. Our young innovators have achieved what was once hard even to imagine.
They demonstrated incredible skill, passion, and patience," he said. "From the successful launch of Vikram-1 to India's impressive performance in international science Olympiads, the country continues to make its mark in science and innovation," PM Modi said, as he linked the recent defence and space milestones with India's wider progress in science and innovation. Ends
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