The Hon’ble Raksha Mantri – Shri Rajnath Singh Ji, visited Solar Defence and Aerospace Limited on January 18, 2026. During the visit, he inaugurated the State-of-the-art Medium Calibre Ammunition Manufacturing facility in Nagpur. This facility aims to strengthen indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities, supporting initiatives like Atmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India. The Raksha Mantri was briefed on the company’s defence offerings and growth plans.
Hon’ble Raksha Mantri’s Visit
On January 18, 2026, Solar Defence and Aerospace Limited welcomed the Hon’ble Raksha Mantri – Shri Rajnath Singh Ji, to their manufacturing and testing facilities. This visit highlights the company’s crucial role in the defence sector.
Inauguration of New Manufacturing Facility
During the visit, the Hon’ble Raksha Mantri inaugurated Solar Defence and Aerospace Limited’s (SDAL) State-of-the-art Medium Calibre Ammunition Manufacturing facility in Nagpur. This facility is a significant step towards boosting indigenous defence production.
Commitment to National Vision
The inaugurated facility supports the Government of India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India initiatives, strengthening indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities. Solar Industries remains committed to supporting the nation’s vision for self-reliance in defence manufacturing and technological advancements.
Source: BSE
