India will become global shipbuilding hub, says Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday called upon global defence majors to seize the opportunities in India’s vibrant shipbuilding industry to co-develop next-generation maritime capabilities.

In an address at an event, Singh said India has the potential to become a global hub for shipbuilding, ship repair, and maritime innovation as Indian shipyards have



already produced aircraft carriers, research vessels, and commercial ships.

“What truly sets India apart is its integrated end-to-end shipbuilding ecosystem,” he said. “From concept design and modular construction to outfitting, refit, repairs, and full life cycle support, every stage of the shipbuilding process is indigenously developed and executed,” he said.