India’s draft Defence Acquisition Procedure 2026 aims to enhance military self-reliance, modernize procurement processes, and boost domestic manufacturing, replacing the 2020 version and aligning with evolving geopolitical needs.
Bharat Forge Limited secured a INR 300-crore military contract to supply indigenous unmanned systems, enhancing India’s self-reliance in defence. The deal includes advanced drones designed for rapid deployment and modern warfare.
In this interview in New Delhi ahead of Army Day 2026, India’s Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi tells Defence Capital editor N. C. Bipindra about the lessons learnt from global conflicts in Russia-Ukraine and Israel-Hamas, the continuing preparations to meet the growing challenges from China and Pakistan, the adoption of advanced technologies to increase firepower and combat potency, apart from his vision for a future-ready soldier and the army. Here are the excerpts:
