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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addressed the fourth edition of the Indian Navy’s seminar ‘Swavlamban seminar in New Delhi on November 25, 2025″.
Stressing on the need for India to remain proactive, ahead of the curve and future-ready as it cannot adopt a reactive approach in today’s rapidly evolving world & constantly shifting geopolitical landscape, he credited the innovators for coming forth with path-breaking solutions & helping the nation emerge as a builder, creator and leader & not merely a buyer.
“India is entering a golden era of defence innovation, and its foundation is being laid by our innovators & young entrepreneurs who are integrating economic strength, strategic thinking and technological advancements,” Singh said.
Defence Minister asserted that the indigenisation movement being witnessed in the country today isn’t just due to policy; but the hard work of all stakeholders, and as a result, India is making giant strides towards becoming a technology exporter from an importer. “If India is rising as a maritime power today, it is due to the contribution of our innovators along with the Navy,” he said.
Singh said, “A profit-plus approach encompasses monetary profit, nationalism, a sense of duty and strategic responsibility. Our goal should not be limited to economic activity; it should be treated as a national mission. The private industry must expand its role and move forward at a new pace in production, technology, design & innovation, keeping national interests in mind,” he said.
He also urged the private sector to strive to increase its contribution in defence manufacturing to 50% or more in the coming years.
Addressing the gathering Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi stated that with each successive edition, Swavlamban has grown in scope, scale, and participation – evolving from 800 participants in its maiden edition to an impressive gathering of 3,000 last year. Out of the 565 iDEX challenges announced so far, the Indian Navy owns a significant share of 35%, and Swavlamban has been central to achieving this, he added.
Swavlamban, an annual event of Naval Innovation and Indigenisation Organisation, is being conducted in collaboration with Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers and Defence Innovation Organisation.
It provides a comprehensive platform for showcasing indigenous technologies and fostering collaboration between the Indian Navy and the nation’s innovation ecosystem.
