Tata Advanced Systems Limited has secured a contract to upgrade the Indian Army’s Pinaka Multiple Launch Rocket Systems, enhancing defense capabilities through public-private partnership and supporting India’s self-reliance in military technology.
The Defence Acquisition Council of India has approved capital acquisitions worth INR 79,000 crore to enhance military capabilities across the Army, Navy, and Air Force, emphasizing self-reliance and modernisation.
India’s defense self-reliance has significantly advanced, with domestic production rising to 65% and reaching INR 154,000 crore in FY 2024-25. Exports increased nearly 34 times, now covering over 100 countries. The government emphasizes reform and innovation to foster indigenous capabilities, aiming for INR 300,000 crore in production by 2029.
