IIT Kanpur occupies a particularly important place in the heart of Uttar Pradesh: Raksha Mantri
Text of RM’s speech on the occasion of the unveiling of the ‘Greater Than Us’ Campaign by IIT Kanpur. It is a privilege to be here today for the public unveiling of The IIT Kanpur Campaign. Let me begin by congratulating the entire IIT Kanpur community on this important initiative. The purpose of our IITs […]
India and ASEAN have shared close ties for centuries: Raksha Mantri
Text of RM’s speech at the inaugural session of the ASEAN–India Defence Think Tank Forum in New Delhi. It is a pleasure to welcome you all to the first ASEAN–India Defence Think Tank Forum. I congratulate MP-IDSA and its team for bringing together experts and policymakers from our two regions. This Forum grew out of […]
Tarang Shakti is a fitting occasion to reflect on India’s own remarkable journey in air power: Raksha Mantri
Namaste! It is my privilege to be here today, as we mark the conclusion of the second edition of Exercise Tarang Shakti at Jodhpur—in skies that have long tested the Indian Air Force. Let me begin by congratulating the Indian Air Force and every individual, institution, and organisation that has contributed to making this large […]
Ram Katha is universal and eternal, belonging to every place and every time: Raksha Mantri
Text of RM’s speech at the inaugural ceremony of ‘Ramayana- One Epic Many Stories: Ram Katha across Bharat & beyond’, a three-day conclave in Kochi, Keralam. Keralthile ente priyappetta sahodari sahodaranmare, ellavarkkum ente namaskaram. (Dear brothers and sisters of Kerala, my warm greetings to all of you.” First and foremost, I would like to thank Shri […]
A neighbour is always the one who comes to your help not only as a duty but also strong reaffirmation of deep friendship and affection:RM
Text of RM’s speech at Deck reception onboard INS Udaygiri in Colombo. Ladies and Gentlemen, Namaskar, Good Evening, Ayubowan, Vanakkam. I am delighted to be amongst all of you this evening. First of all, let me also extend a warm welcome to all of you on board INS Udaygiri. This ship has an association with […]
The Indian Ocean has never been an impediment but an enabler towards forging closer and mutually beneficial ties between our people: RM
Text of RM’s speech on ‘India-Sri Lanka Maritime Cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region- Civilisational Partners with intertwined destinies’ in Colombo. Ladies and Gentlemen, नमस्कार, Good Afternoon, Ayubowan, Vanakkam. At the very outset, let me convey my gratitude for the warmth and hospitality extended to me and my delegation. I am deeply touched by the […]
SCO should not hesitate in seeking appropriate action against those who abet, shelter and provide safe havens to terrorists: Rajnath Singh
English Text of RM’s speech at the SCO Defence Ministers’ Meeting in Bishkek (Kyrgyzstan). It is an honour to speak before this distinguished gathering under the leadership of the Kyrgyz Republic. At the outset, I thank our hosts for their warm welcome and generous hospitality, and congratulate them for their effective leadership of the SCO […]
With the participation of 74 nations, MILAN-2026 stands as the largest and most inclusive edition to date: Raksha Mantri
It is a privilege for me to be present in the Opening Ceremony of Exercise MILAN 2026, here at Visakhapatnam — the City of Destiny and indeed, the Jewel of India’s East Coast. I extend a warm welcome to all the distinguished guests, especially our friends and partners from 74 countries, which is largest participation […]
Make in India and Atmanirbharta have been the corner-stone of India’s economic policy since 2014: Defence Minister Shri Rajnath Singh
I would like to extend a warm welcome, to Her Excellency Catherine Vautrin and the French delegation. I appreciate your commitment and effort to reach here, despite the inconvenience you faced, due to technical fault in your aircraft. We have just witnessed a milestone in India-France strategic partnership, as Hon’ble Prime Minister Modi and President […]
Lord Shiva is the beginning, the eternal, the infinite: Raksha Mantri
Text of RM’s speech at the ‘Maha Shivaratri’ celebrations in Coimbatore. On this sacred occasion of Mahashivratri, being here among all of you is a truly special and spiritual experience of my life. First of all, I bow to Adiyogi Shiva, and I also extend my respectful greetings to all the devotees present here. Friends, […]