•Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh stated Operation Sindoor highlighted both India's strengths and areas needing improvement.
•Speaking at News18's Rising Bharat Summit, Singh called Operation Sindoor an important learning experience, showcasing air power and unmanned systems but also revealing gaps.
•India is actively addressing these gaps, with a 24% jump in the defence modernisation budget for FY 2026-27.
•Record defence contracts worth 2.9 lakh crore were received last year, with 2 lakh crore already secured this year, aiming to provide industry visibility.
•Singh emphasized India's courage in utilizing island nations and its successful indigenous missile system, while acknowledging the need for technology transfer assistance from partners.
