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India not just emerging power but resurgent force under PM Modi: Rajnath Singh

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Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlights India's resurgence under PM Modi's leadership, with efforts to strengthen the economy and military capabilities. Singh emphasizes the government's commitment to developing a strong, young, and technologically advanced armed forces, eliminating a colonial mindset, and achieving self-reliance. He also cites government reforms aimed at facilitating economic growth, including direct tax reforms and the implementation of Goods and Services Tax (GST). Singh envisions an India where citizens take pride in their culture, uphold democratic values, and contribute to global peace.

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlights India's resurgence under PM Modi's leadership, with efforts to strengthen the economy and military capabilities. Singh emphasizes the government's commitment to developing a strong, young, and technologically advanced armed forces, eliminating a colonial mindset, and achieving self-reliance. He also cites government reforms aimed at facilitating economic growth, including direct tax reforms and the implementation of Goods and Services Tax (GST). Singh envisions an India where citizens take pride in their culture, uphold democratic values, and contribute to global peace.

New Delhi: India is not just an emerging power but a resurgent force under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, said defence minister Rajnath Singh on Friday, emphasizing the government's efforts to strengthen the country's economy and military capabilities.

Singh highlighted India's historical economic strength, which accounted for over a quarter of the world's GDP until the 17th century. However, he acknowledged that India's prominence waned due to a weak military and political subjugation.

He emphasized the government's commitment to rectify this situation by prioritizing the development of a strong, young, and technologically advanced armed forces. Efforts are also being made to eliminate a colonial mindset and foster self-reliance.

"A strong military not only secures the borders, but also protects the culture & economy of a country. The goal is to build a strong, self-reliant and prosperous nation, which caters to its own needs as well as the requirements of friendly countries. This is an era of renaissance. It is time to re-establish India as a global superpower," Singh said.

Citing a report by Morgan Stanley, Singh referred to India's transformation from being named among the "Fragile 5" economies in 2013 to its projected position as the third-largest economy by 2027. He regarded this as evidence of India's remarkable economic growth. While acknowledging the term "emerging power" as relevant in the short term, Singh emphasized India's long-term resurgence as it regains its place on the world economic stage.

Singh listed several government reforms aimed at facilitating economic growth, including direct tax reforms, the implementation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), and measures to improve the ease of doing business. He noted that these reforms have led to revolutionary transformations across sectors, making India an attractive destination for foreign investors.

Regarding the defence sector, Singh highlighted efforts to achieve complete self-reliance in weapon and technology manufacturing. Notable initiatives include the notification of positive indigenisation lists and the establishment of defence industrial corridors in Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. He emphasized the significant growth of the defence sector, evidenced by record defense production and all-time high defence exports in the financial year 2022-23.

Singh shared the prime minister's vision for India to become a developed nation by 2047, focusing on sectors such as health, education, transportation, and border development. He emphasized the importance of social welfare, equal participation of women, and the creation of employment opportunities. Singh envisioned an India where citizens take pride in their culture, uphold democratic values, and contribute to global peace.

The defence minister called for collaboration between the public and private sectors to build a welfare state that ensures high-quality nutrition, housing, education, and healthcare for all. He envisioned an India where individuals are judged by their knowledge and character, not by their caste or religion. He encouraged a united India that defends itself and stands against injustice anywhere in the world.