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📍 Ministry of Defence | Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav
Date: 02 April 2026 | NewsAdd
India has achieved a historic milestone in defence exports, reaching a record ₹38,424 crore in the financial year 2025-26. This marks a significant increase of ₹14,802 crore (62.66%) compared to ₹23,622 crore in the previous financial year.
This remarkable achievement reflects the growing strength of India’s defence manufacturing ecosystem and aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of positioning India among the world’s top defence exporters.
📈 Strong Contribution from Public and Private Sectors
Both Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs) and private sector companies have played a crucial role in this growth:
- DPSUs contributed ₹21,071 crore (54.84%)
- Private sector contributed ₹17,353 crore (45.16%)
Notably, exports from DPSUs surged by an impressive 151%, while the private sector recorded a steady growth of 14%, highlighting increased participation and competitiveness.
🗣️ Statement by Defence Minister
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh praised the efforts of the Department of Defence Production, exporters, and stakeholders for this outstanding performance.
He stated that India is rapidly moving towards becoming a global hub for defence manufacturing, and under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the country is scripting an impressive success story in defence exports.
🌍 Global Expansion and Rising Demand
The record export figures indicate a nearly threefold increase over the past five years, showcasing the growing global acceptance of Indian defence products.
- India is now exporting defence equipment to 80+ countries
- Number of exporters increased from 128 to 145 (13.3% growth)
This growth reflects India’s increasing integration into global supply chains and its emergence as a reliable defence partner worldwide.
⚙️ Government Initiatives Driving Growth
The government has taken several steps to boost defence exports, including:
- Simplifying regulatory procedures
- Launching a new online export portal
- Streamlining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Enhancing ease of doing business for exporters
These initiatives have helped create a performance-driven and globally competitive defence industry in India.
🧾 Conclusion
India’s record-breaking defence export performance in FY 2025-26 highlights the country’s rapid transformation into a global defence manufacturing powerhouse. With continued policy support and strong industry participation, India is well on track to becoming one of the leading defence exporters in the world.
