Make in India

Bharat Forge has emerged as the lowest bidder for supplying over 4.25 lakh DRDO-developed 5.56×45 mm close-quarter battle (CQB) carbines to the Indian Army, under the ‘Buy (Indian)’ category focused on indigenous defence production.

Reliance Defence and Germany's Diehl Defence have partnered to produce next-generation guided munitions in India. This collaboration aims to enhance India's precision strike capabilities and aligns with the Make in India initiative.

Under PM Modi, India has seen a decade of rapid transformation, achieving record GDP growth, rising investments, increased household savings, digital empowerment and food security, marking a confident stride toward becoming developed nation by 2047.

The Indian Navy will commission its first anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft, INS Arnala, on June 18 in Visakhapatnam. Built by GRSE under Aatmanirbhar Bharat, the vessel symbolizes resilience, precision, and maritime defence strength.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced the development of five prototypes for the 5th generation Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), marking a milestone in the 'Make in India' program and promoting self-reliance in defence.

PM Modi urged Indians to avoid imported goods and embrace Made in India products, especially during festivals. He criticized the rise of Chinese imports like idols and toys and called this shift a patriotic duty.

Adani Defence & Aerospace has partnered with Sparton to locally assemble advanced anti-submarine sonobuoy systems, marking India’s first private-sector indigenisation of this critical naval technology under the Make in India mission.

IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw showcased a 'Designed and Made in India' laptop, highlighting India's progress in electronics manufacturing. The initiative aligns with the PLI scheme, boosting local production and innovation in hardware development.

As the keynote speaker, Rupesh Gowala, Minister for Labour Welfare, Tea Tribes and Adivasi Welfare, and Home(Prisons, Home Guards and Civil Defense), Government of Assam, reaffirmed the government's commitment to fostering an ecosystem that supports aerospace and defence manufacturing in the state.

Rajnath Singh inaugurated Aero India 2025 in Bengaluru, calling it a "Mahakumbh" of research and armaments. The event showcases India's aerospace capabilities, promotes international collaboration, and aligns with "Aatmanirbhar Bharat" and "Make in India" goals.