Asia’s biggest show was inaugurated by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh

Category : Politics & Social | Sub Category : Social Posted on 2021-02-03 17:26:25

Aero India, Asia’s biggest show was inaugurated by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in Bengaluru today. Karnataka Chief Minister B. S. Yediyurappa, Union minister D. V. Sadananda Gowda, Chiefs of three defence services and senior officials from the Department of Defence Production graced the occasion. Speaking during the inaugural function, the Defence Minister pointed at India’s growing presence in the area of designing and developing indigenous weapon systems and platforms for our defence forces. He said India offers a unique opportunity in defence and aerospace manufacturing.

The Defence Minister called upon investors to tie up with Indian firms to launch a manufacturing facility in India. Mr Singh said that India is strong enough to protect its territorial integrity and no attempts to change the status quo at the borders will be tolerated. He also said, befitting reply will be given to those involved in state-sponsored terrorism.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in a tweet that India offers unlimited potential in defence and aerospace. He said, Aero India is a wonderful platform for collaborations in these areas. He said, the Government of India has brought futuristic reforms in these sectors, which will add impetus to our quest to become Aatmanirbhar.