In a major boost to India’s vision of self-reliance, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will inaugurate the Defence Manufacturing Complex on Saturday.
Located in Shirdi, Ahilya Nagar district of Maharashtra, the new complex marks a milestone in India’s private-sector defence manufacturing journey. The facility is designed to support advanced manufacturing in critical defence and aerospace segments, reinforcing India’s growing capabilities in indigenous technology and strategic production.
Maharashtra's Water Resources Minister Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil said, "Shirdi defence complex represents a confluence of Bhakti (devotion) and Shakti (power). On one hand, it is blessed by the grace of Sai Baba, while on the other—under the guidance of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi—we aim to develop Shirdi into a major defence manufacturing hub. It is a matter of pride for me that, under the leadership of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Ahilyanagar district is emerging as a major hub for defence manufacturing, and my constituency—Shirdi—has been selected for this significant project."
While this initiative will significantly bolster India's military capabilities, it will simultaneously generate large-scale employment opportunities within the region. "We aspire to transform Shirdi into a true embodiment of an ' Swadeshi and Atmanirbhar Bharat' within the realm of defence technology."
A key attraction of the event will be a large-scale Defence Capability Display and MSME Showcase, where NIBE Group and partner MSMEs will present indigenous technologies, innovative products, and manufacturing solutions. The exhibition will highlight the important role of Indian MSMEs in strengthening the country’s defence supply chain and promoting self-reliance.
In addition, NIBE Group will inaugurate its Bio-CNG Gas Plant, demonstrating the company’s commitment to sustainable industrial development and clean energy solutions.
The Shirdi project represents NIBE Group’s integrated vision of national security, economic growth, MSME empowerment, employment generation, and environmental responsibility. It is expected to create significant opportunities for local industries and youth while contributing to Maharashtra’s emergence as a leading centre for advanced manufacturing.
Chairman & Managing Director of Nibe Group Ganesh Nibe said, “Our young minds are the true architects of an Atmanirbhar Bharat. At NIBE Group, we firmly believe that the strength of our nation lies in the ideas, energy, and determination of our students, young engineers, and aspiring entrepreneurs. This inauguration is not merely the commissioning of a new manufacturing facility; it is an invitation to the next generation of innovators to witness the future of India’s defence and technological capabilities."
