Streamlining defence procurement in India
India is speeding up its defense buying process, slashing the timeline from six years to two.
After learning some tough lessons during Operation Sindoor—when India struck terrorist sites in Pakistan and faced quick retaliation—the government now lets armed forces use up to 15% of their budgets for urgent gear and ammo.
Bottom line: quicker responses in emergencies, stronger self-reliance
This overhaul means faster upgrades for the military, with contract awards doubling to ₹2 lakh crore this year thanks to improved fund absorption and efforts to accelerate contract signing.
The push for homegrown projects like the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) and rising defense exports (up from ₹23,000 crore and aiming for ₹50,000 crore) signal more opportunities for Indian innovation and private companies.
Bottom line: quicker responses in emergencies, stronger self-reliance, and more chances for young talent in tech and manufacturing.