Rajnath Singh

Indian Politician

Indian Bhabhaura, Chandauli District, Uttar Pradesh, India

Rajnath Singh said India’s defence preparedness is being strengthened through border-area development and the steady addition of indigenous technologies. He framed self-reliance in defence as central to readiness for future wars and broader national security.

Rajnath Singh called for deeper civil-military integration within the Ministry of Defence, arguing that closer coordination between the armed forces and civilian leadership is essential for meeting new security and technology challenges. He said stronger jointness will improve the ministry’s ability to respond to evolving defence requirements.

Rajnath Singh stressed that India’s future military strength depends on the armed forces, defence laboratories, and industry working together more effectively. He linked this coordination to self-reliance and jointness as key pillars of national security.

Rajnath Singh reviewed the security situation in West Asia and its implications for India’s defence preparedness at a high-level meeting in New Delhi. Senior defence and government officials attended the meeting, which focused on assessing regional instability and its strategic impact on India.