NewzVille Desk
An exhibition was inaugurated at the Pradhanmantri Sangrahalya on Thursday highlighting the strategic importance of INS Vikrant, India’s first indigenously built aircraft carrier, and its role in strengthening the nation’s defence capabilities and maritime security.
The event was graced by Admiral R. Hari Kumar, former Chief of the Naval Staff, who inaugurated the display in the presence of Shri Ashwani Lohani, Director, Prime Ministers’ Museum and Library (PMML).
INS Vikrant represents a historic milestone as the first aircraft carrier made in India, symbolising the country’s progress towards self-reliance in defence manufacturing under the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat.
Built with approximately 76% indigenous content, the carrier reflects India’s growing technological and industrial capability in complex defence platforms.
The model of INS Vikrant offers visitors contextual insight into the historical, strategic, and symbolic importance safeguarding India’s national interests and enhancing defence preparedness.
Speaking at the inauguration, Admiral R. Hari Kumar said “INS Vikrant marks India’s entry into a select group of nine countries globally capable of building an aircraft carrier, underscoring the importance of strengthening indigenous defence and Make in India weapon systems”.
Ashwani Lohani, Director, PMML said “Such displays reinforce a feeling of national pride in the visitors”.
