Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reviews preparedness amid global and regional developments

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh took stock of the West Asia situation and its effect on India’s defence preparedness during a meeting with the Chief of Defence Staff, Service Chiefs, Defence Secretary, Secretary (Defence Production) and Chairman, DRDO in New Delhi. During the meeting, the Minister was briefed about the global and regional security scenario, the impact of a possible escalation of the ongoing conflicts on India, as well as the challenges and opportunities presented by the current geopolitical situation. The impact of the situation on the supply chain management towards procurement and production of defence equipment, including maintenance and serviceability of existing equipment, was also examined. Mr Singh directed that operational and technological lessons from the ongoing conflict should be studied continuously in order to improve the country’s preparedness. The Defence Minister added, we need to formalise a comprehensive integrated roadmap for the next decade, factoring in the lessons learnt, challenges and opportunities going forward, whilst ensuring Aatmanirbharta and operational readiness across all fronts.