The Defence Ministry's 'chintan shivir' is a brainstorming session that aims to devise a long-term strategy to make the Indian defence sector self-reliant in all aspects. The major issues that will be addressed during the event include:

• Strategic Partnerships: The government will consider the ways to widen strategic partnerships with private firms in order to enhance production capabilities.
• Defence Procurement: It is an imperative concern to focus upon the procurement process, ease of doing business and avoid scams.
• Warfare Technology: The discussions will be held on developing indigenous warfare technologies, including manufacturing of ammunition, radar systems, and missiles among others.
• Global Alliances: Initiatives will be initiated to strengthen India's defence agreements with friendly countries to enhance co-operation, expand the technological capabilities and trading opportunities.
• Research and Development: Increasing emphasis will be given to research and development to reduce dependence on imported military hardware, software and other technologies.

Overall, the purpose of the 'chintan shivir' is to evaluate and reform the current defence policies, technologies, and partnerships to make the Defence industry self-reliant & enhance its capabilities to respond to emerging security threats while providing impetus to manufacturing competition in the defence sector.