Directorate of Public Relations, Ministry of Defence, India

“Scientists and engineers must gain command over high-end technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence & Quantum Computing, in tune with the changing times, to further strengthen India’s position in the field of advance, frontier & cutting-edge innovation. Today, India is passing through a defining moment as it is exporting even those weapons which it once imported. It will soon achieve a formidable technical edge in international arena.” - Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh https://lnkd.in/gC_9YNKe #RakshaMantri #RajnathSingh #INAE #IITDelhi #Defence #AI #Innovation

#DGAFMS Surg Vice Adm Arti Sarin attended the 'Women, Peace and Security Symposium' hosted by United States Naval War College, Rhodes Island, on December 16, 2024 and chaired a panel discussion on women in Leadership. She elucidated on challenges and opportunities for women in leadership positions and highlighted the paradigm changes require to be woven into the cultural and attitudinal fabric across Nations to ensure larger representation of women in executive roles. #NariShakti #Defence #Symposium #WomenEmpowerment

Indian Navy's latest survey vessel 'INS Nirdeshak' has been commissioned in the presence of Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Sanjay Seth in Visakhapatnam. It is the second of the four ships of Survey Vessel (Large) project under construction at GRSE, Kolkata. The ship is designed to conduct hydrographic surveys, aid in navigation & support maritime operations. “The new Survey Ships will make us more potent as foreign fleets are looking towards Indian Navy for hydrographic cooperation,” said Raksha Rajya Mantri. 🇮🇳 https://lnkd.in/gaD9mPfa #IndianNavy #RakshaRajyaMantri #Defence #INS #Nirdeshak

"In our path towards Viksit Bharat at 2047, precision land management coupled with productive utilization stands paramount and I therefore, would appeal to you, optimal utilization of your land bank. An optimal utilization has to be thought provoking. It has to be holistic, it has to be innovative." -Vice President of India Shri Jagdeep Dhankar at 7th Defence Estates Day Lecture, 2024 in New Delhi. #VicePresident #Defence #DED2024 #ViksitBharat

President Smt Droupadi Murmu led the nation in paying homage to the valiant soldiers of the 1971 war on the occasion of Vijay Diwas, which is celebrated on 16th December every year to commemorate India’s historic victory over Pakistan. Through a post on X, the President stated that the grateful nation remembers the ultimate sacrifice of the bravehearts whose stories inspire every Indian, and remain a source of national pride. Honouring the unmatched gallantry of the Armed Forces, Vice-President Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar also described the heroic valour and selfless sacrifice of the soldiers as a source of inspiration for every Indian, adding that the country will forever remain indebted to their service. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi honoured the courage and sacrifices of the soldiers, stating that their selfless dedication & unwavering resolve safeguarded the nation and brought glory. He termed the day as a tribute to their extraordinary valour and unshakable spirit. Saluting the bravery and sacrifice of the Armed Forces, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh said that the courage and patriotism of the soldiers ensured that the country remained safe. India will never forget their sacrifice and service, he said. To mark the day, Raksha Mantri laid a wreath at the National War Memorial in New Delhi and paid homage to the bravehearts.   Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Sanjay Seth, Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh and Vice-Chief of the Naval Staff Vice-Admiral Krishna Swaminathan also laid wreaths & paid homage to the fallen heroes. #VijayDiwas #1971War #RakshaMantri #RajnathSingh #Defence #RakshaRajyaMantri #CDS #COAS #CAS #VCNS #DefenceSecretary

Petty Officer Likhit SP won India's 1st ever medal (Bronze) in #Swimming at the 53rd CISM #WorldMilitaryChampionship in Germany. Our #ArmedForces swimmers, including medal-winning para swimmers have made the nation proud! Best wishes for the #AsianChampionship.

Nepal’s Chief of Army Staff General Ashok Raj Sigdel today reviewed the Passing Out Parade at the Indian Military Academy, Dehradun for the Autumn Term 2024. A total of 491 Gentleman Cadets, including 35 from friendly countries (two from Nepal) passed out from the hallowed portals of the Academy. Nepal’s Chief of Army Staff shared lessons from his own military life and exhorted the passing out course to rise to the challenges while dedicating themselves to service of the nation. https://lnkd.in/dN-vhXgZ #Defence #Parade #IMA #Army

204 cadets - 178 men & 26 women - graduated from the Air Force Academy, Dundigal in Hyderabad today following the Combined Graduation Parade. Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal AP Singh was the Reviewing Officer of the parade. It marked the successful culmination of the pre-commissioning training of the flight cadets of Flying and Ground duty branches of the Indian Air Force. https://lnkd.in/dPcmkcjM #AirForce #Defence #Parade #IAF

Indian Light Tank (ILT) has achieved a major milestone by firing a number of rounds at different ranges at an altitude of more than 4200m, at a High Altitude Location with consistently accurate results. This was subsequent to the Phase I trial in desert environment in September 2024. This light tank has been defined, designed and developed by Combat Vehicles Research & Development Establishment, the Chennai-based laboratory of Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) against the Provisional Staff Qualitative Requirements of Indian Army. It is manufactured by the Industry Partner Larsen & Toubro Precision Engineering & Systems. ILT is being designed as a 25-ton class armoured fighting vehicle to meet the requirements of the Armed Forces for High altitude applications. In an integrated manner, the design to realisation to demonstration at high altitude has been achieved in three years. The airlift capability of ILT was also demonstrated by the Indian Air Force. Such a capability would assist in quick deployment of ILT in operating conditions which are remote and difficult to access through road or rail. With these two phases of internal performance trials, which were actively supported by the Indian Army and the Indian Air Force, ILT would be undergoing some more trials before being offered for User trials. Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh complimented DRDO, Indian Army, the Indian Air Force and L&T on the successful High Altitude Trials of the Light Tank. Secretary Department of Defence R&D and Chairman DRDO Dr Samir V Kamat congratulated the entire Light Tank Team including Industry Partner L&T for their efforts. #IndianLightTank #DRDO #Defence #TrialPhase #ArmedForces #RakshaMantri #RajnathSingh

In a major boost to the Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative of the government, a contract for procurement of 12 Su-30MKI aircraft along with associated equipment has been signed between Ministry of Defence and M/s Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) today on 12.12.2024, at an approximate cost of 13,500 Crore inclusive of taxes and duties. The aircraft would have an indigenous content of 62.6%, enhanced due to indiginisation of many components to be manufactured by Indian defence industry. These aircraft would be manufactured at Nasik division of HAL. The supply of these aircraft would enhance operational capability of Indian Air Force and strengthen defence preparedness of the country. #ContractSigning #Sukhoi #Su30 #Aircraft #Defence #HAL