ThePrint CutTheClutter: The Op Sindoor 'tadka' for defence stocks & arms makers powering India’s military-industrial complex
Jun 16, 2025
Dive into India's defense landscape, where military operations reshape strategies and boost investments in defense stocks. Unearth the historical roots of the military-industrial complex and the consequences of relying on weapon imports. Discover recent reforms favoring domestic manufacturers and the implications for growth. Explore defense spending policies, highlighting significant budget allocations and preparations against adversaries. Witness how innovation and collaboration in both public and private sectors bolster military technology and national security.
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Operation Sindoor Sparks Defense Shift
- Operation Sindoor sparked the rise of India's military-industrial complex.
- India is shifting towards domestic defense production with policy and mindset changes.
India Defense Industry Transformation
- India imports heavily because domestic production was limited to non-corporate public sector factories.
- Defense manufacturers are transitioning to corporate entities competing in open markets.
Boost Domestic Defense Production
- The government mandates 75% of new defense orders must go to domestic industry.
- Opening defense contracts to private firms fosters competition and innovation.