New Delhi, June 25 -- President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday stated that in today's world, marked by conflicts and geopolitical tensions, self-reliance has become a strategic necessity for nations.
Murmu, who met Officer Trainees of Military Engineer Services (MES), 2023 and 2024 batches at Rashtrapati Bhavan here, said, "A self-reliant country is better equipped to maintain its economic stability and undertake developmental priorities during times of crisis. This was evident during Operation Sindoor, which highlighted how indigenous defence capabilities, advanced technology, and a robust domestic industrial base are integral to enhancing operational readiness and strategic effectiveness of a nation."Addressing the Officers, the President wa...