Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the significant transformation witnessed in India's defence capabilities over the last decade, emphasizing that this progress has been guided by the vision of self-reliance and powered by innovation, technology, and indigenous manufacturing. The Prime Minister noted that the defence sector advancements over the last 12 years reflect India's growing focus on strengthening national security through self-sufficiency. He specifically mentioned that India has strengthened its defence capabilities across air, land, and sea domains while advancing indigenous technologies and building a stronger foundation for self-reliance and national security. The announcement was made through the Prime Minister's official social media account as part of the '#12YearsOfSurakshitBharat' initiative, which provides a glimpse of the strides India has made in the defence sector.