Raksha Mantri extends Statehood Day greetings to Himachal Pradesh

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh extended warm greetings to the people of Himachal Pradesh on the occasion of the their Statehood Day. In a message shared on social media, he lauded the hill state for its natural beauty, rich cultural heritage and the resilience of its people. Highlighting Himachal Pradesh’s contribution to the nation, Shri […]

राष्ट्रीय कैडेट कोर (NCC) से प्रशिक्षित अनेक लोगों ने देश के विकास में बड़ा योगदान दिया है- रक्षामंत्री श्री राजनाथ सिंह

Text of RM’s speech at RDC Camp in Delhi. सबसे पहले तो मैं, अपना cultural performance देने वाले cadets को, अपनी ओर से बहुत बहुत बधाई देता हूँ। Excellent performance रहा आपका। मंत्रमुग्ध कर देने वाली प्रस्तुति। इसे मैं केवल एक performance के रूप में ही नहीं देखता हूँ, बल्कि मैंइसे, हमारी समृद्ध सांस्कृतिक विरासत, […]

Raksha Mantri extends Basant Panchami greetings, prays for India’s cntinued progress

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh extended heartfelt greetings to the nation on the occasion of Basant Panchami and invoked the blessings of Goddess Saraswati for India’s continued advancement. In a message shared on social media, Shri Rajnath Singh said he wished happiness and prosperity for all citizens on the auspicious festival, which marks the arrival […]

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh pays tribute to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on Parakram Diwas

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh paid heartfelt tributes to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his Jayanti, remembering the legendary freedom fighter’s unparalleled contribution to India’s independence movement. In a message shared on social media, the Raksha Mantridescribed Netaji as a revolutionary icon who epitomised valour, bravery and an unyielding spirit of sacrifice for the motherland. […]

Raksha Mantri pays heartfelt tribute to Balasaheb Thackeray on his Jayanti

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh paid heartfelt tributes to Shiv Sena founder Balasaheb Thackeray on his Jayanti, remembering him as a fearless leader who left a lasting imprint on India’s public life. The Defence Minister described Balasaheb Thackeray as a strong and uncompromising voice, deeply committed to his ideals. He noted that Thackeray shaped public […]

Govt is committed to achieving Aatmanirbharta in ammunition manufacturing & make the country a global production hub: Raksha Mantri

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has voiced Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi-led Government’s commitment to achieving Aatmanirbharta in ammunition manufacturing and make the country a global production hub in the field. Inaugurating the Medium Caliber Ammunition Manufacturing Facility at the Solar Defence & Aerospace Limited in Nagpur, Maharashtra on January 19, 2026, he recalled the time when […]

India’s peace efforts will continue until terrorist ideology is eradicated

“Operation Sindoor emerged as a balanced military response amidst the uncertainties prevailing worldwide, and it will be remembered in history as a symbol of India’s courage, strength, restraint & national character,” said Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh during the 78th Indian Army Day celebrations in Jaipur, Rajasthan on January 15, 2026. Hailing the soldiers’ indomitable courage, unwavering […]

Ex-servicemen are living pillars of national consciousness, symbols of collective courage & inspiration to future generations: Raksha Mantri

Ex-servicemen rallies, wreath laying ceremonies, grievance redressal counters and facilitation help desks are among the series of events organised across the country to mark the 10th Defence Forces Veterans’ Day on January 14, 2026. Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh graced the main celebrations at Manekshaw Centre, Delhi Cantt which witnessed the participation of around 2,500 veterans […]

Raksha Mantri pays tribute to Swami Vivekananda on National Youth Day

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh paid rich tributes to Swami Vivekananda on his Jayanti, celebrated across the country as National Youth Day, highlighting the spiritual leader’s enduring influence on India’s youth and nation-building. In a message shared on social media, Raksha Mantri described Swami Vivekananda as a visionary who placed young people at the centre […]

Raksha Mantri commissions Indian Coast Guard Ship Samudra Pratap, India’s first indigenously designed Pollution Control Vessel built by GSL

Marking a major step forward in India’s pursuit of Aatmanirbharta in shipbuilding and maritime capability development, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh commissioned Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) ‘Samudra Pratap’, the first of two Pollution Control Vessels built by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL), in Goa on January 05, 2026. With over 60% indigenous content, ICGS Samudra Pratap is […]