India Aims to Become Global Shipbuilding Powerhouse: Defence Minister Calls for International Collaboration
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has called on global defence majors to partner with India's thriving shipbuilding industry, which he believes has the potential to become a global hub for shipbuilding, repair, and innovation. Singh made the remarks at the Samudra Utkarsh seminar, where he showcased the capabilities of Indian shipyards. According to Singh, India's shipbuilding ecosystem is unique due to its integrated end-to-end approach, from concept design to full life cycle support. The country's public and private shipyards, backed by thousands of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), have created a robust value chain spanning steel, propulsion, electronics, sensors, and advanced combat systems. The defence minister highlighted India's flagship projects, including the INS Vikrant, Kalvari-class submarines, and stealth frigates and destroyers, which demonstrate the country's naval strength and expanding design capability. Singh emphasized that every ship of the Indian Navy and the Indian Coast Guard currently under construction is being built in Indian shipyards. With 262 ongoing indigenous design and development projects in advanced stages, the Indian Navy boasts high indigenous content on its platforms. Some shipyards are set to achieve 100% indigenous content within this decade, reducing supply chain disruptions. Singh urged international partners to tap into India's vibrant shipbuilding industry, co-develop next-generation maritime capabilities, and create sustainable technologies and resilient supply chains. He believes that this collaboration will help shape an innovative, inclusive, and secure future for the world.
