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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is set to inaugurate a major national conference focused on defence manufacturing opportunities. The event will feature the launch of two important digital platforms - the Defence Exim Portal and Srijan DEEP portal. Several key publications including the Aerospace & Defence Policy Compendium will also be released during the conference. This initiative aims to strengthen coordination between central and state governments to achieve self-reliance in defence production.

Key Points: Rajnath Singh Inaugurates Defence Manufacturing Conference in Delhi

  • Rajnath Singh inaugurating national defence manufacturing conference at Vigyan Bhawan
  • Launching Defence Exim Portal to streamline export-import authorisations
  • Introducing Srijan DEEP portal mapping Indian defence industry capabilities
  • Releasing Aerospace & Defence Policy Compendium from states and UTs
  • Strengthening coordination between defence ministry and state governments
  • Promoting self-reliance and boosting defence exports nationwide
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Rajnath Singh to inaugurate national conference on 'Opportunities in Defence Manufacturing in the Country' tomorrow

Defence Minister launches Defence Exim Portal and Srijan DEEP platform to boost indigenous defence production and streamline export-import processes.

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New Delhi, October 6

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will inaugurate a national-level conference on 'Opportunities in Defence Manufacturing in the Country' at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, on October 7, 2025, an official press release said.

The conference, organised under the aegis of the Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence (MoD), will provide a focused platform to strengthen coordination between MoD and State/UT Governments, with the objective of aligning regional industrial policies and infrastructure development with the national goal of achieving self-reliance in defence manufacturing.

During the event, the Defence Minister will launch the new 'Defence Exim Portal', designed to streamline the process of issuing export and import authorisations, as well as the Srijan DEEP (Defence Establishments and Entrepreneurs Platform) portal, a digital repository mapping the capabilities and products of Indian defence industries.

Two key publications — 'Aerospace & Defence Sector Policy Compendium of States and Union Territories' and the iDEX Coffee Table Book 'Shared Horizons of Innovation' — will also be released on the occasion.

The conference aims to bring together senior officials from the Departments of Industries of all States and Union Territories to discuss their crucial role in advancing India's defence manufacturing ecosystem. It will also highlight ongoing national efforts to boost indigenisation, enhance defence exports, and promote investment in the sector.

- ANI

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Priya S
As someone working in the defence manufacturing sector, I hope this conference addresses the actual ground-level challenges we face with state-level clearances and infrastructure gaps.
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Rohit P
Great initiative! But I hope they don't just make another portal that nobody uses. Implementation matters more than announcements. Let's see real results on the ground.
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Sarah B
The Srijan DEEP portal sounds promising! Digital mapping of defence capabilities will help international buyers discover Indian manufacturers easily. Good for exports! 📈
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Karthik V
This is exactly what we need - coordination between Centre and States. Defence manufacturing can't grow in silos. Hope all states actively participate and implement the policies.
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Michael C
The iDEX program has been doing excellent work supporting startups. Looking forward to seeing the innovations highlighted in the coffee table book!

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