On a recent visit to West Bengal, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced a new defence expansion project valued at ₹3,500 crore. The plan is intended to strengthen military infrastructure and enhance production capabilities within the state. The expansion is part of a broader initiative by the central government to boost defence manufacturing across India. By investing in new facilities and upgrading existing ones, the project is expected to generate employment opportunities for local residents. The announcement was made against the backdrop of factory closures that had recently disrupted local supply chains. While the closures were not directly linked to the defence expansion, they highlighted the need for diversification of industry in the region. Details on the specific sites, timelines, and the scope of the new units will be released in the coming weeks as the project moves from planning to execution.
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Rajnath Singh Announces ₹3,500‑Cr Defence Expansion in West Bengal
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh unveiled a defence expansion plan worth ₹3,500 crore in West Bengal, aiming to boost military infrastructure and create employment. The announcement came amid recent factory closures that had affected local industries. The expansion is part of the central government’s strategy to increase defence production capacity in the eastern state, with detailed implementation to follow in the coming weeks.
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Rajnath Singh Announces ₹3,500‑Cr Defence Expansion in West BengalPhoto via Indian Express — Kolkata
