Rajnath Singh declared the country's ambition to build sixth‑generation fighter aircraft, noting that large‑scale efforts are underway to produce engines, drones, and other systems locally.
General Dhiraj Seth, the Army Chief, cautioned that technology may shorten battles but not wars, insisting that control of land remains the only decisive measure of victory.
Singh also warned Pakistan that India would not compromise on security and would be ready to strike terrorists as long as the neighbouring country propagates terrorism.
General NS Raja Subramani, Chief of Defence Staff, highlighted AI's transformative potential on the battlefield, stressing the need for compute, data, networks, and skilled personnel.
Subramani also reassured that the Line of Actual Control with China remained stable, citing recent dialogue between President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Private‑sector leaders at the summit called for increased domestic production to support the national self‑reliance agenda, promising to align with the Defence Ministry’s forthcoming annual budget.