Strategic Autonomy & Defence Self-Reliance: Navy Chief Speaks At Raisina Dialogue 2026

Speaking at the Raisina Dialogue 2026, Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff of India, highlighted the growing importance of strategic autonomy and defence self-reliance in an increasingly complex global environment. He pointed out that factors such as the democratization of dual-use technologies, monopolization of key resources, and weaponization of supply chains are pushing countries to strengthen their own capabilities. Admiral Tripathi said India strongly believes in Atmanirbharta (self-reliance) while also working with multiple partner nations through co-development and co-production in defence technologies. He emphasized that India maintains strong partnerships with several countries, including Russia, while continuing to expand its indigenous defence capabilities to meet evolving security challenges.