The main aviation Marshal AP Singh, CAS deals with the annual General Meeting and the CII 2025 trading summit in Nový Delhi. May 29, 2025. Photo Credit: PTI
Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, head of the Air Staff (CAS), on Thursday (29 May 2025) expressed concern about the delay in providing defensive projects. He called on the private industry to increase world -class products on this occasion, and contributed, in addition to other stakeholders, to “become a great nation”.
“The timeline is a big problem … It is not the only project that I remember that it has been completed in time. That’s something we have to look at. Why should we promise something that cannot be achieved?
He said that it was a great opportunity for the Indian private industry with the opening of the defense sector, he said that companies should stand up on this occasion and connect to hand to create world -class military equipment, even if profit is not in their expectations.
He called on the parties to make sure that they have done their best as references in a larger chain of national level to engage any shortcomings. “Construction of trust is not required for armed forces, but maintaining this trust depends on many events … We have to strengthen this confidence,” he said.
As for the “professionally executed” Sindoor operation, the air boss described it as a national victory.
He said that with the changing character of the war and the introduction of new technologies, this approach had to be dealt with again, which was already done. “I am sure that since we have so far been able to get this challenge so far, in the future we will also be able to deliver goods as a nation,” he said.
Air Marshal Singh chief said that the government’s decision to involve the private industry in the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) project was a “big step” that showed the kind of trust the nation in the private sector.
According to him, the Sindoor operation showed the importance of effective air energy. “AS FAR AIR POWER IS CONCERNED, WE NEED TO MAKE Sure That We Have the Capability Plus The Capacity. We Cannot Just Talk About Producting in India; We Need to Start Designing and Developing in India Also. When It Caps to Numbers, The Capacity Aspect Comes in. This trust Between the Forces and the Industry Continumed, We Need To Have Communication Continumed, We Need to Be open … and Forthright With Each Other, So That This Relationship Does Not Break Down Anywhere, ”Said The Air Chief.
He noted that in the past there were times when doubts were in the Indian industry, but in the last decade it has changed significantly. “The current situation in the world has made us realize that self -confidence is the only solution, but we must now be ready to be ready for the future, that is concerned … What is required today is necessary today, so we have to quickly combine our actions together, maybe getting into some of the fast programs’ Make in India,” said.
He proposed a possible mechanism for private players to increase their involvement in research and development (research and development) in the defense sector, he said that it was also necessary to accept initiatives to maintain a clear talent.
Other participants in the CII commercial summit had a more positive view of the state of the Indian defense industry. The head of the naval staff Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi said India was aware of his wealth of maritime potential, and the decisions and policies at the peak reflect this broader approach. Defense Minister Rajesh Kumar Singh, who dealt with larger strategic goals, emphasized ongoing government reforms aimed at improving the ecosystem of defense production.
Dr. Samir V. Kamat emphasized the role of private industry in the management of indigenous research and development. “Sindoor operations have shown a crucial role in technology in future warfare. Although production remains important, the emphasis must also focus on the design and development of our own systems. We invite private industries to invest in research and development.
Published – May 29, 2025 21:38
