Modi Highlights C-295 Aircraft as Symbol of India's Defence Self-Reliance in Mann Ki Baat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in the 135th episode of his monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat', highlighted India's growing defence self-reliance, praising the domestically assembled C-295 transport aircraft programme. Modi emphasised the milestone as part of India's 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' (self-reliant India) initiative, noting the aircraft is now being assembled in India rather than imported — marking a significant shift from buyer to manufacturer in the defence sector.