Vadodara, June 30 -- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said the Vibrant Gujarat platform has evolved into a nationwide movement contributing to the vision of a "Viksit Bharat", while asserting that a strong economy, technological capability and national security together form the foundation of a strong nation.

Addressing the valedictory session of the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference in Vadodara, Singh said the initiative was helping Gujarat move forward through new ideas and opportunities.

"This is an effort to take Gujarat forward through new ideas and new possibilities. I also visited the exhibition here. There is representation from several sectors, including industry, MSMEs, tribal products and heavy industries. The work...