Shri Sanjeev Kumar - Defense Production Secretary

Shri Sanjeev Kumar, a 1993 batch IAS officer of the Maharashtra cadre, serves as the Secretary of the Department of Defence Production (DDP), Ministry of Defence. With a background in engineering and financial management, he has held key positions in infrastructure and finance, including his tenure as Chairman of the Airports Authority of India (AAI). As Secretary of Defence Production, he plays a pivotal role in advancing Atmanirbhar Bharat in defense manufacturing, leading efforts to strengthen India’s self-reliance in aerospace, naval systems, and land-based military equipment. His vision includes achieving a ₹3 lakh crore defense production target by 2029 and fostering global defense collaborations, as seen in his engagements at Aero India 2025. At Kalam & Kavach 2.0, his insights on indigenous defense production and strategic defense partnerships will be crucial in shaping discussions on India’s evolving security landscape.