All Things Policy India's Military Wishlist: Understanding the TPCR
Sep 18, 2025
Adhya Madhavan, a researcher at the Takshashila Institution specializing in advanced military technologies, dives into India's latest Technology Perspective Capability Roadmap (TPCR). They discuss the TPCR's pivotal role in defense procurement and its 15-year outlook, focusing on capabilities like AI and cyber warfare. Adhya highlights crucial gaps in funding and the need for public-private collaboration to realize indigenization goals. The conversation also tackles ethical concerns surrounding emerging technologies and the importance of robust industry practices.
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TPCR Is A Guiding 15-Year Roadmap
- The TPCR outlines projected technological needs of the Army, Navy, and Air Force over 15 years to guide industry alignment.
- It is a roadmap, not a procurement order, meant to bridge the information gap between the military and industry.
Roadmap Encourages Private Sector And Self-Reliance
- TPCR's predictability encourages private-sector participation, including MSMEs and startups in defence manufacturing.
- The roadmap supports India's push for self-reliance by reducing foreign dependence and supply-chain risks.
2025 TPCR Is More Granular And Service-Specific
- The 2025 TPCR is more granular and service-specific, with joint requirements for shared capabilities.
- It lists lifecycle, quantities, and preferred technologies for systems across Army, Navy and Air Force.