New Delhi, May 5: During Operation Sindoor, the Indian Armed Forces successfully dismantled terrorist hideouts and thwarted the malicious plans of the nation’s adversaries. This was highlighted by Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth on Tuesday, who emphasized the power of indigenous weapons showcased during the operation.
Seth stated that India’s military strength is developed in factories linked to the country’s defense industries. He credited the unique courage and determination of the armed forces for the success of Operation Sindoor. The Minister noted that the impressive, state-of-the-art weapons and systems developed indigenously have further strengthened this capability. He was addressing the North Tech Symposium organized by the army on May 5, where he referred to micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) as the backbone of the Indian economy and startups as the country’s brand ambassadors.
“Our startups and MSMEs are the driving force behind future development and will play a crucial role in realizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a developed India by 2047. They are the Vishwakarmas of our era,” he said. Seth highlighted that the effective use of domestically produced equipment is a testament to achieving self-reliance in the defense sector. He stressed that record defense production and export figures are evidence of the rise of a new India, which is committed to strengthening its capabilities to protect national interests.
“This new India does not harbor ill intentions towards anyone, nor does it turn a blind eye to threats against its sovereignty,” he added. The Minister pointed out that technology in use today may become obsolete tomorrow, urging the industry to think outside the box and lead in technological advancements. He also mentioned government initiatives aimed at strengthening the country’s defense framework, assuring full support for innovation as a continuous process.
Seth discussed the transformative impact of the Defense Industrial Corridor in Uttar Pradesh and called upon the industry to elevate development to new heights. Present at the event was Lieutenant General Anindya Sengupta, the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Central Command, who urged the industry to contribute to preparing the Indian Army as a future-ready force by collaborating with the armed forces.
He stated that self-reliance would lead to strategic autonomy, technological sovereignty, and operationally compatible capabilities. Notably, the North Tech Symposium 2026 was organized by the Northern and Central Commands of the Indian Army and SIDM, inaugurated by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on May 4. Private defense manufacturers are showcasing defense technology at the event, featuring stalls that display cutting-edge defense technology, including unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), drones, counter-UAVs (all-terrain vehicles), surveillance equipment, and other defense products.
Deependra Singh Chundawat is a Senior Sub-Editor at Udaipur Kiran, specializing in a wide range of technology topics including mobile phones, applications, gaming, PCs, and wearables. Along with covering the latest tech news, he also creates engaging web stories. Passionate about emerging technologies, he stays up to date with the newest trends and enjoys reading and writing about the latest mobile launches and digital innovations.
