India’s defence leap: PM Modi lauds four times production; push for hypersonic tech

India's defense production has grown significantly, aiming for global supplier status. The nation's defense budget and capital expenditure have seen substantial increases. Indigenous platforms now form the backbone of the armed forces' capabilities. Defense exports have surged, reaching nearly one hundred countries worldwide. This transformation positions India as a self-reliant defense manufacturing and exporting power.

By TOI DEFENCE DESK