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India's indigenous defence manufacturing has achieved a historic milestone, with total production crossing rupees 1.78 lakh crore in the fiscal year 2025-26. Driven by policies promoting self-reliance, innovation, and technological advancements, this growth significantly curtails reliance on foreign imports. It marks a strategic shift towards indigenization, empowering the domestic defence corridor ecosystem while positioning India as a formidable global arms exporter.
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