Thu Apr 02 17:40:42 UTC 2026: ### India’s Defence Exports Soar to Record High, Marking Significant Milestone

The Story:
India’s defence exports have reached an all-time high of ₹38,424 crore in the financial year 2025-26, according to the Ministry of Defence. This represents a substantial increase of ₹14,802 crore (62.66%) compared to the previous fiscal year’s ₹23,622 crore. The achievement is attributed to the combined efforts of both public and private sector players, and is seen as a major step towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of establishing India as a leading global defence exporter.

Key Points:

  • India’s defence exports reached ₹38,424 crore in FY26, a 62.66% increase from the previous year.
  • Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs) accounted for 54.84% of the exports, while the private sector contributed 45.16%.
  • Exports by DPSUs surged by 151%, and private sector exports rose by 14%.
  • India exported defence equipment to over 80 countries in FY26.
  • The number of registered defence exporters increased from 128 to 145, a 13.3% rise.

Key Takeaways:

  • India is making significant strides in becoming a major player in the global defence export market.
  • The growth in defence exports is driven by both the public and private sectors, indicating a robust and competitive industry.
  • Government policies aimed at ease of doing business and export facilitation are contributing to the success of the defence industry.
  • The increased exports reflect growing global confidence in Indian-made defence products.
  • India’s deeper integration into international defence supply chains is evident.

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