Amit Shah Highlights UP's Defence Manufacturing Role, Says BrahMos & AK-203 Projects Boost Security

Greater Noida, September 25: Union Home Minister Amit Shah commended Uttar Pradesh's contributions to defence manufacturing during the opening of the fourth Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show (UPITS) at the India Expo Mart. Shah highlighted that BrahMos missiles and AK-203 assault rifles, both produced in the state, are posing significant challenges to Pakistan and Naxalism respectively.

The Home Minister emphasized that Uttar Pradesh is becoming an engine of the nation's growth, with increasing investment and production across the state. Recalling the 'Make in India' campaign launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi a decade ago, Shah stated that the central and state governments have collaborated to turn India into a global manufacturing hub.

He also pointed out India's status as one of the world's top five economies, despite challenging global circumstances. During UPITS, Shah noted the growing interest of buyers and investors from around the world, which signals a strong potential for investment, production, and sales in the state. He attributed the improved law and order situation in Uttar Pradesh to the Yogi Adityanath government's efforts, crediting it for creating a conducive environment for industrial investment and employment opportunities.

Shah also underscored the state's role in India's defence production, which has crossed the Rs 1 lakh crore mark and is now exporting defence products to nearly 80 countries, with Uttar Pradesh playing a significant part in this growth.