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    29 May 2025 – India’s defence sector is undergoing a strategic transformation, fuelled by policy reforms, technological ambition, and the Atmanirbhar Bharat push. With rising private sector participation, growing exports, and a focus on advanced technologies, the industry is fast becoming a key driver of national security, innovation, and global competitiveness. The vision of 'Atmanirbhar, Agrani, and Atulya Bharat' embodies India's aspirations to emerge as a leading global power in defence manufacturing clearly delineating strategic vectors that translate it into tangible objectives. It is poised for a generational transformation, as outlined in the newly released KPMG in India report titled – 'Atmanirbhar, Agrani, and Atulya Bharat 2047 – India’s Defence Industrial Sector Vision 2047’, published in partnership with CII. It was released today at CII’s Annual Business Summit 2025.

    This report envisions a future where India's defence sector leads the way towards innovation, self-reliance, and global excellence. It is a forward-looking thought leadership document that brings together insights from industry, government, and academia. It promotes the alignment and collaboration among diverse stakeholders, offering an opportunity to foster a thriving, self-reliant, and globally competitive defence industry that will elevate India's standing as a formidable force in the 21st century.

    Key highlights from the report

    Strategic vision
     

    India envisions becoming a global leader in the defence landscape by achieving self-reliance, excelling as a prominent exporter, and pioneering advancements in critical niche technologies.

    Strategic vectors
     

    The strategic vectors are outlined to enhance self-reliance, achieve global leadership in technology, and become a major exporter which will be require phased implementation of strategic recommendations over three distinct periods of Short term (2025-2032), Medium term (2032-2038) and Long term (2038-2045).

    • Enhancing self-reliance in defence capabilities by 2032

      Reduce import dependency by investing in indigenous R&D, expanding domestic manufacturing, and fostering innovation

    • Becoming a global exporter by 2038

      Position India among the top five global defence exporters by expanding international partnerships, meeting global standards and vigorously promoting Indian defence products in international markets

    • Achieving global leadership in critical niche technologies by 2045

      To position India as a world leader in niche defence technologies by fostering industry-academia-government collaboration and investing in next-generation R&D

    Strategic capabilities required - Six pillars of capability development are:

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    R&D and Innovation

    Boost defence R&D investment and establish a National Defence Technology and Innovation Framework (NDTIF) to drive breakthrough technologies

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    Talent and Skill development

    Prioritising talent acquisition, retention, and continuous skill enhancement is central to achieving Vision 2047 where a skilled workforce is essential for designing, developing, and maintaining advanced defence systems

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    Developing defence production capabilities

    To support development of domestic production capabilities,  the government has introduced various initiatives and policies, including the ‘Make in India’ initiative, creating defence corridors, funding support, industrial incentives, testing infrastructure, etc

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    Regulatory and procedural reforms

    Simplified regulatory framework, adopt an adaptive policy-making approach that evolves with technological advancements and strengthen DPSUs and break procedural shackles to make them globally competitive

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    Strategic partnerships and collaborations

    Deepen international collaborations with technologically advanced countries like the U.S., Israel, Japan, and European nations

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    Infrastructure

    Expand the world-class testing, simulation, and certification facilities for emerging technologies, and adopt advanced manufacturing technologies

    Commenting on the report findings, Gaurav Mehndiratta, Partner and National Head – Aerospace, Defence & Space, KPMG in India said, “We present this thought leadership envisioning the future of India's Defence strategy as we look towards 2047. Grounded in strategic insight, the thought leadership offers a forward-looking perspective on shaping the robust defence ecosystem. It delves into the current state, uncovers the critical gaps and proposes well-defined time bound actionable - paving a path toward achieving our vision of Viksit Bharat by the year 2047”.

    Cdr Gautam Nanda, Associate Partner – Aerospace, Defence & Space, KPMG in India said, “As we navigate through a landscape defined by seismic global shifts and ever-evolving security challenges, the need to formulate and execute a comprehensive strategy for the defence sector has never been more pressing. The vision of ‘Atmanirbhar, Agrani, and Atulya Bharat 2047’ embodies India's ambition to become a foremost power in global defence manufacturing. This vision beckons clear and actionable steps to realise this bold objective where the strategic vectors delineate this vision into concrete goals that collectively pave way for India's progression.”

    Atmanirbhar, Agrani, and Atulya Bharat 2047 – India’s Defence Industrial Sector Vision 2047

    India's defence vision 2047 outlines 'Atmanirbhar, Agrani, and Atulya Bharat 2047' to emerge as a global power in defence manufacturing

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