November 20, 2025 6:07 PM
Atmanirbhar Bharat: indigenous defence manufacturing powers India’s rise as global exporter
India’s push for self-reliance in defence has entered a new phase, with indigenous manufacturing and exports posting their highest figures so far. Defence production reached ₹1,27,434 crore in 2023-24 -- a sharp jump from ₹46,429 crore in 2014-15 -- driven by a decade of reforms aimed at reducing import dependence and strengthening local industry. The steady rise in the defence budget, which now stands at ₹6.81 lakh crore for 2025-26 compared to ₹2.53 lakh crore in 2013-14, reflects th...