Prime Minister Modi inaugurated an advanced night vision systems factory in Andhra Pradesh, part of a significant 13,430 crore investment aimed at enhancing India’s self-reliance in defense manufacturing. Established by Bharat Electronics Limited, the state-of-the-art facility will produce advanced electro-optical devices and drone countermeasures for domestic forces and international markets, aligning with India’s strategic objectives under the Make in India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiatives. Modi emphasized the factory’s potential to elevate India’s defense exports and projected that Kurnool will emerge as a hub for drone technology and advanced manufacturing. This development underscores India’s commitment to bolstering indigenous defense capabilities, reducing dependency on imports, and fostering regional industrial growth, ultimately reinforcing India’s position in the global defense landscape.