Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addressed IAS trainees at the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration, emphasizing the necessity of integrity in public service and urging young civil servants to embrace honesty as a daily norm. He highlighted the role of ethical governance in India’s progress, linking it to the nation’s aspiration for self-reliance and development by 2047. Singh pointed to the significance of technology in enhancing transparency and public outreach, citing the SAMPURNA initiative as an example of AI-driven improvements in defence procurement processes. He reinforced the importance of coordination between governance and national security, commending the exemplary efforts of administrative officers during crises like Operation Sindoor, which showcased the vital synergy between effective administration and military operations.