Has India really become a new player in the arms market?
Earlier India was counted among the world’s largest arms importers. But now the situation is changing. India is now selling defense equipment to more than 80 countries. This includes missile systems, naval ships, aircraft parts and many advanced technologies. This means that the world has now started trusting Indian weapons.
Defense exports soar to a record Rs 38,424 crore in FY 2025–26, registering a strong 62.66% growth over the previous fiscal. DPSUs lead with an impressive 151% rise in exports, while the private sector posts a steady 14% increase. India continues to emerge as a global defense…
— Ministry of Defence, Government of India (@SpokespersonMoD) April 2, 2026