The Ministry of Defence (MoD), Government of India, is responsible for safeguarding the nation's sovereignty and territorial integrity. It oversees the Indian Army, Indian Navy, Indian Air Force, Coast Guard, and various defence organizations, research institutions, and public sector undertakings. The Ministry formulates defence policies, manages military operations, strengthens national security, promotes indigenous defence production under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, and coordinates defence cooperation with international partners.