India, Nov. 25 -- Defence minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday pitched India as a global hub for shipbuilding and called upon international partners to tap the potential of the country's vibrant industry and co-develop next generation maritime capabilities, creating sustainable technologies and resilient supply chains.

"What truly sets India apart is its integrated end-to-end shipbuilding ecosystem. From concept design and modular construction to outfitting, refit, repairs, and full life cycle support, every stage of the shipbuilding process is indigenously developed and executed," Singh said in his address at Samudra Utkarsh, a seminar organised by the Department of Defence Production to showcase the capabilities of Indian yards.

"Our pub...