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RAKSHA: India’s 10-Year Roadmap for Defence Diplomacy India is entering a new phase of defence diplomacy with a long-term vision to strengthen strategic partnerships, build defence capabilities, expand indigenous defence exports and enhance maritime security. But what exactly is RAKSHA, and why is this 10-year defence roadmap important for India? In this video, we break down the key dimensions of India’s evolving defence diplomacy and its significance for India’s strategic interests. Key Areas Explained: * Strategic Defence Partnerships * Defence Capacity Building * Indigenous Defence Production & Exports * Maritime Security * International Defence Cooperation * India’s Strategic Outreach * Strengthening India’s Role as a Defence Partner The initiative is significant in the context of India’s changing security environment, growing geopolitical competition and the need for stronger defence partnerships with like-minded countries. For UPSC aspirants, the topic connects directly with GS Paper 2 – International Relations and GS Paper 3 – Security, along with topics such as defence indigenisation, maritime security, strategic autonomy and India’s role in the Indo-Pacific. Understanding such developments is essential for UPSC Prelims, Mains and Essay preparation, particularly when analysing India’s foreign policy and national security priorities. Watch the video to understand the RAKSHA roadmap, India’s defence diplomacy strategy and its broader geopolitical significance. Why is defence diplomacy becoming increasingly important for India? How can defence exports and strategic partnerships strengthen India’s global position? Find out in this video. #RAKSHA #IndiaDefence #DefenceDiplomacy #UPSC #CurrentAffairs #UPSC2026 #RajnathSingh #NationalSecurity #InternationalRelations #UPSCPreparation