India’s Defence Indigenisation Programme Opportunities and Challenges

India’s defence indigenisation mission, supported by the ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ vision, aims to reduce reliance on foreign arms imports by fostering a selfsufficient defence ecosystem. The Indian government has introduced several policies and programmes to promote this shift. These efforts seek to enhance private sector participation, promote defence research and development, and create conditions for indigenous production. India’s defence expenditure has steadily risen, providing a substantial domestic market for indigenous solutions. However, achieving true self-reliance also requires addressing deepseated technological gaps, strengthening industrial capabilities and expanding the global export footprint.

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