18 May,2025 11:04 PM IST | Nagpur | mid-day online correspondent
CM Fadnavis said that every Indian stands firmly behind the armed forces jawans and PM Modi. Pic/X
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday said that India has the best defence capabilities and the country's military dominance is a result of the self-reliant defence production models launched in 2014, reported the PTI.
Speaking to reporters after a 'Tiranga Yatra' at Khaparkheda village in Nagpur district of Maharashtra, CM Fadnavis said the world has now realised India has the best defence technology.
"India ranks among the top five armed forces globally. The world has accepted that we have the best defence capabilities. Our defence capacity is five times greater than Pakistan's," he said, according to the PTI.
CM Fadnavis said that every Indian stands firmly behind the armed forces jawans and PM Modi.
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"This Tiranga Yatra is not for any one political party but is a show of unity in support of the nation," he said.
On Pakistan's recent admission that its infrastructure was damaged in cross-border precision strikes, CM Fadnavis said, "When we took action, they came to their senses, dialled for a ceasefire, and knelt before us. It is a proud moment. Our military dominance is a direct result of the self-reliant defence production models launched in 2014, which were once mocked but are now respected globally," as per the PTI.
Launched by the Narendra Modi government, 'Make in India' and 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiatives in the defence sector have focused on indigenous design, development, and manufacture of defence equipment.
CM Fadnavis said the global demand for Indian defence equipment is a testimony to the country's rising stature.
"The world has now realised that India has the best defence technology. That is why other countries are placing orders with us," he claimed, the news agency reported on Sunday.
In a strong rebuke to Turkiye support to Pakistan, he said, "I congratulate Indians for their silent boycott of the country that has stood with terrorism and crimes against humanity. They have now realised the power of Indian citizens."
CM Fadnavis also slammed those criticising the selection of MPs for the diplomatic outreach delegations after 'Operation Sindoor'.
"Some individuals always politicise everything. They have no real concern for the country or society. Their constant negativity will eventually end their political journey," he said, reported the PTI.
The state CM accused the Congress of hypocrisy for its 'Jai Hind' rally.
"On one hand, Rahul Gandhi questions the Indian Army, and on the other hand, the Congress organises patriotic rallies. They should not politicise our national interests," he said, the news agency reported.
(with PTI inputs)
