Will India Become Self-reliant in hi-tech weapons?
India to strengthen domestic defence manufacturing Aims to create Rs 5 lakh crore defence and aerospace manufacturing market by 2047. Several steps have also been taken to improve the sector’s competitiveness. Since independence, India’s reliance on imports to fight its numerous wars and skirmishes has been a heavy burden, draining foreign exchange and limiting strategic options. Self-sufficiency is not for the faint of heart and cannot be attained overnight. It will take at least a decade of dedicated effort. The government must support and protect all stakeholders, especially the private…