Defence Expo 2020: PM Modi fires at virtual firing range with assault rifle

 

 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday was seen testing his shooting skills in a virtual firing range at the ongoing DefExpo 2020 in Lucknow. Photos and videos of PM Modi holding an assault rifle and taking aim has gone viral. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is seen admiring Modi as he took the rifle in his hands. Meanwhile, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh was also seen in photos trying out a gun.

Hard selling India as an attractive investment destination, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday set a target of USD 5 billion worth of military exports in the next five years and invited global defense majors to set up manufacturing hubs in the country.

Inaugurating the 11th edition of DefExpo, the prime minister said India is significantly boosting its military might and even increasing presence in outer space responsibly.