We must continue to introspect; remain prepared for war-like situation: Rajnath

Key Points

1. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addressed an event on October 27, 2025, discussing national security challenges.
2. Operation Sindoor, a four-day military conflict with Pakistan from May 7-10, 2025, was highlighted as a case study.
3. India's defence production has increased from approximately ₹46,000 crore in 2014 to ₹1.51 lakh crore.
4. Defence exports have risen from less than ₹1,000 crore 10 years ago to approximately ₹24,000 crore.
5. The Defence Minister emphasized the importance of indigenization in dealing with global uncertainties and strengthening national security.
6. The Akash missile system, BrahMos, and Akashteer air defence control system were cited as examples of indigenous equipment used during Operation Sindoor.
7. The government aims to increase defence exports to ₹30,000 crore by March 2026.