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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday emphasised the country’s progress toward self-reliance in the defence sector and the speed at which it is lowering its reliance on foreign suppliers.

Speaking at the “JITO Connect 2025” event in Hyderabad, Singh described how India is becoming a major global centre for manufacturing, ranging from “toys to tanks”.

“As Minister of Defence, I am pleased to say that we will no longer be dependent on foreign nations for defence. ‘Made in India’ is now proudly displayed on every part and weapon,” he said.

Singh informed that the government and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) recently inked a deal for 97 light combat aircraft, with more than 64 per cent of the equipment to be produced in the country. Advanced Indian technology and expe

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