Sahil Luthra on Why India Needs Young Leaders in Defence Manufacturing

Challenging the Status Quo in Defence Leadership

India’s defence industry has traditionally been led by legacy institutions and veterans. But Sahil Luthra, as a young defence entrepreneur, champions the role of next-generation leadership in shaping a future-ready, agile, and globally competitive sector.

Cross-Sectoral Experience as a Strategic Edge

From real estate and infrastructure to policy and defence, Sahil brings a versatile background to the table. He believes this diversity is key to building systems that are not only operationally sound but also scalable across geographies and technologies.

Innovation Demands Young, Agile Thinking

Sahil advocates for reforms in procurement and startup inclusion. He calls for more open trials, sandbox testing environments, and quicker pathways for defence startups to demonstrate capabilities—without being drowned in red tape.

Building a Future Leadership Pipeline

Through mentoring, outreach, and regular engagement with tech incubators, Sahil Luthra is contributing to a more vibrant, youth-inclusive defence innovation pipeline. His message is clear: defence leadership must evolve with the times, and that evolution must include the country’s brightest young minds.

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