India’s Defence Exports Reach to Over 100 Countries
It’s India that quickly made a mark on the global defense export map, exporting military-forged products to more than a hundred countries, including global giants: the USA and France. The spurt in indigenous production is complemented by the “Make in India” initiative and government reform which has pulled the exports from Rs 686 crore in 2013-14 to over Rs 21,000 crore in 2023-24. Key exports include BrahMos missiles, Akash air defense, Chetak helicopters and Dornier aircraft. Setting ambitious targets to raise Rs 50,000 crore by 2029, India’s strengthening its place in the international defense market.
India’s Defence Exports Reach Over 100 Countries
India has emerged as a key player in global defence exports, supplying equipment to over 100 nations. Major importers include the US, France, Russia and countries across Asia and the Middle East.
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Rising Demand for Indigenous Indian Defence Tech
Demand for India’s homegrown defence tech like the Chetak helicopter has soared, with exports jumping over 30 times in a decade. This rise reflects confidence in domestic innovation and quality.
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Decade on Decade Growth in Defence Exports
India’s exports have grown dramatically decade by decade, with government reforms positioning it as a global defence exporter to over 100 countries worldwide. It grew 21 times over two decades, from Rs 4,312 crore (2004-14) to Rs 88,319 crore (2014-24).
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Advanced Defence Equipment in India’s Export Portfolio
From missiles to aircraft and protective gear, India’s defence export portfolio is diverse, featuring advanced weaponry and equipment trusted by militaries worldwide.
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Make in India Boosts Defence Export Success
Policy reforms and the Make in India campaign have boosted indigenous defence production, helping India reduce import reliance and significantly increase global defence exports.
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Targeting Rs 50,000 Crore Defence Exports by 2029
India aims to boost defence exports to Rs 50,000 crore with strategic targets set for 2029, India aims to more than double its defence exports, leveraging innovation and partnerships with countries like the USA and France.
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India’s Growing Defence Budget Supports Export Ambitions
India’s defence budget nearly doubled from Rs 2,53,346 crore in 2013-14 to Rs 6,21,940 crore in 2024-25. The sharp rise in India’s defence budget supports increased R&D and production, bolstering the country’s position as a global defence exporter.
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