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Defence Minister Cites MSMEs as Key Pillar of India's Manufacturing

By Geopolitics Desk · · Updated 2026-09-21 00:33 UTC
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Illustration: Tradingbird, based on a photo published by News On AIR

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has urged India to become a global hub for indigenous drone manufacturing by fostering a robust ecosystem for MSMEs and start-ups. Speaking at the National Defence Industries Conclave, he launched new challenge frameworks and highlighted budgetary measures designed to provide financial and professional backing to small enterprises in the defence sector.

  • According to newsonair.gov.in, Singh launched the 14th Defence India Start-up Challenge and 4th ADITI challenges, while announcing a three-pronged budgetary support package offering equity, liquidity, and professional assistance to MSMEs.

    Source: newsonair.gov.in

  • Rajnath Singh states small enterprises are critical for drone self-reliance and technological advancement in New Delhi.

    Source: News On AIR
Based on reporting by News On AIR and newsonair.gov.in, compiled by the Tradingbird desk.

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