Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced that investment proposals exceeding ₹35,000 crore are taking shape in the state's six defence industrial corridors located in Lucknow, Kanpur, Jhansi, Agra, Aligarh, and Chitrakoot. Aligarh is emerging as a hub for small arms manufacturing, while Kanpur is developing capabilities in ammunition, missiles, and defence textiles. Lucknow and Jhansi are focusing on heavy defence manufacturing, including the production of BrahMos missiles, while Agra and Chitrakoot are advancing in aerospace and precision engineering. The corridors are also contributing to the production of artillery shells, indigenous drones, bulletproof jackets, and advanced communication systems, supported by the state's workforce and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Adityanath emphasized the importance of self-reliance in defence manufacturing, noting that India's defence exports have significantly increased from around ₹600 crore a few years ago. He highlighted the state's efforts to create a large land bank and provide incentives for investors through its defence and aerospace policy. The Chief Minister also discussed the evolving nature of modern warfare, which now encompasses cyber, space, and data networks, alongside traditional combat skills. He praised the Indian armed forces for their vigilance and commitment to national security.