The anniversary of Operation Sindoor underscores the importance of indigenous defence technologies. Lakshay Talwar, CST Defence CEO highlighted the success of homegrown drones and surveillance systems as evidence of India’s growing confidence in local innovation. He believes native communication and command systems are essential to protect sensitive military data. Talwar advocates for collaboration between startups, established firms, and the armed forces to accelerate technological sovereignty. His vision reflects India’s potential in semiconductors, cybersecurity, and AI, positioning the nation as a global competitor in defence innovation.