A recent report from Indian Aerospace & Defence highlights that Operation Sindoor marks a significant affirmation of how technological self-reliance has become India’s strongest shield and sharpest spear. This narrative illustrates how the indigenous defence manufacturing sector is not just a buzzword but a battle-hardened reality, playing a crucial role in securing our nation.

Over the past decade, India has transformed from a developing economy to a formidable force shaping the global economic and technological landscape, now ranked as the world’s fourth-largest economy, alongside Japan. With a $4.19 trillion economy, India is no longer merely following global trends; it is defining them. This transformation is anchored in a decisive national shift towards manufacturing resurgence, strategic self-reliance, and cutting-edge innovation, as exemplified in Operation Sindoor. This operation represents a significant milestone in India’s ongoing battle against cross-border terrorism, marking its emergence as a powerhouse in indigenous defence technology.

The launch of the Make in India initiative in 2014 marked a deliberate break from India’s earlier passive role in global manufacturing. It laid the groundwork for a more assertive, value-driven industrial strategy. By simplifying regulations, enhancing infrastructure, and opening critical sectors to foreign investment, the initiative attracted global manufacturers to India’s shores, now emerging as the world’s second-largest mobile phone manufacturer. Flagship schemes like the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) are fundamentally shifting India’s position in global value chains; however, they need to be revisited to enhance the efficacy of PLI and simplify regulations and compliances.

One of the most strategic pivots has been in the defence manufacturing sector, where India has significantly reduced its dependency on imports.........

© News18