Associated News Bureau

Defence Ministry Launches Redesigned Websites in 22 Indian Languages

NEW DELHI, OCTOBER 19: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Monday launched the revamped websites of the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and the Department of Defence (DoD), designed to improve digital accessibility, transparency and public access to official information. The redesigned platforms comply with the Digital Brand Identity Manual (DBIM) 3.0 and the Guidelines for Indian Government Websites (GIGW) 3.0. They feature a modern, accessible and user-friendly interface to facilitate seamless access to information. The websites provide comprehensive information on defence policies, government initiatives, official activities, notifications, defence-related developments and other important resources for citizens, stakeholders and users. In a significant step towards wider public outreach, the content is available in 22 Indian official languages, enabling people from diverse linguistic backgrounds to access information more conveniently. The initiative aligns with the Government of India's vision of Digital India and e-Governance, with a focus on strengthening transparency, improving efficiency and ensuring citizen-centric delivery of information through a secure and modern digital platform.The revamped Ministry of Defence website can be accessed at www.mod.gov.in. ANB