PM Modi Highlights India's Growing Self-Reliance in Defence Manufacturing and Austerity Efforts
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Mann Ki Baat address, lauded India's increasing self-reliance in defence manufacturing, designating June as a "landmark month." He highlighted the maiden flight of the first made-in-India C-295 transport aircraft and the successful test of the indigenous Long-Range Land-Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM). Modi also noted the induction of indigenously designed and built warships like INS Dunagiri, INS Shanshak, and INS Agrya into the Indian Navy. Beyond defence, he thanked citizens for their positive response to his call for austerity amid the West Asia crisis, citing examples like carpooling and recycling old gold. He also praised community initiatives for environmental conservation and youth sports, such as Nagaland's 'Baby League' football.
Key Points
- PM Modi emphasized India's growing self-reliance in defence manufacturing, marking June as a significant month for the sector.
- Key achievements include the maiden flight of the first made-in-India C-295 transport aircraft and the successful test of the indigenous LRLACM.
- The induction of indigenously designed and built warships into the Indian Navy further demonstrates India's 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' vision in defence.
- Modi commended citizens for their austerity efforts in response to the West Asia crisis, promoting resource conservation.
- He also highlighted various community initiatives, including environmental conservation and youth sports programs like Nagaland's 'Baby League' football.
Exam Facts
- The first made-in-India C-295 transport aircraft completed its maiden flight on June 10.
- The Indian Air Force is procuring 56 C-295 aircraft under a ₹21,935-crore deal.
- Indigenous warships INS Dunagiri, INS Shanshak, and INS Agrya were inducted into the Indian Navy.
- The indigenous LRLACM (Long-Range Land-Attack Cruise Missile) was successfully flight-tested by DRDO.
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