During the meeting, Dr Patra and the Defence Minister held discussions on India’s maritime security and the country’s ongoing efforts to indigenise defence technologies and strengthen self-reliance in the defence sector.
Dr Patra said it was a privilege to present a report outlining key takeaways from a joint workshop on“India’s Maritime Security and Defence Technology”, organised by the India International Economic and Technology Foundation (IIETF) and the United Service Institution of India (USI). Dr Patra is the Chairman of the IIETF Foundation.
The interaction also provided an opportunity to exchange views on strengthening indigenous capabilities, promoting innovation and enhancing India’s strategic preparedness.
The discussions underscored the importance of greater collaboration among research institutions, technology organisations and the defence ecosystem to advance India’s capabilities in maritime security and defence technology.
