Defence Minister Rajnath Singh expressed gratitude to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for the highest-ever allocation to the Ministry of Defence.

In an address at a defence conclave, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh delving into structural defence reforms, said the three services used to work in "silos" earlier but now they are ready with better coordination to deal with any challenge jointly.

DRDO Chairman Samir V Kamat highlighted the Indian government's steadfast commitment to achieving self-reliance in defense production as a driving force behind significant advancements in the sector.

The Defense Budget emphasises the government's dedication to the nation’s security, war-readiness and veterans' welfare, crucial for maintaining morale and readiness within the armed forces.