Published: 19 October 2025DD NewsGeneral
Defence Minister Sets ₹3 Lakh Crore Defence Production Target by 2029
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced targets to expand domestic defence manufacturing to ₹3 lakh crore and boost defence exports to ₹50,000 crore by 2029, as part of the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative. India's defence production has already crossed ₹1.27 lakh crore in 2024-25, with the private sector contributing 21% of total production.
India now exports defence equipment to over 100 countries. Major export items include BrahMos missiles (Philippines), Tejas LCA interest from multiple countries, and Akash missile systems. Rajasthan hosts critical defence manufacturing units including Defence PSU facilities in Jaipur and Kota, and the Indian Army's South Western Command headquarters in Jaipur.
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Q: Evaluate the feasibility of the Defence Minister's target to raise domestic defence production to ₹3 lakh crore and exports to ₹50,000 crore by 2029.
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh targets ₹3 lakh crore domestic defence production and ₹50,000 crore exports by 2029 under Aatmanirbhar Bharat. In 2024-25 production crossed ₹1.27 lakh crore, with the private sector contributing 21 percent. India now exports defence equipment to over 100 countries, including BrahMos missiles.
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Frequently asked questions
What is India's defence production target by 2029 announced by Rajnath Singh?
Defence Minister **Rajnath Singh** announced a target of **₹3 lakh crore in domestic defence manufacturing** and **₹50,000 crore in defence exports** by 2029 as part of the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative. India's defence production has already crossed ₹1.27 lakh crore in 2024-25.
How much did India's defence production reach in 2024-25?
India's defence production crossed **₹1.27 lakh crore in 2024-25**, with the private sector contributing **21% of total production**. The government targets scaling this to ₹3 lakh crore by 2029.
How many countries does India export defence equipment to?
India now exports defence equipment to **over 100 countries**. Major export items include **BrahMos missiles** to the Philippines, Tejas LCA fighter jets attracting interest from multiple nations, and various missiles, radars, and armoured vehicles.
What is India's defence export target by 2029?
India's defence export target is **₹50,000 crore by 2029**. Currently, defence exports have reached a record **₹23,622 crore**, representing a **34-fold surge** over the last 11 years from under ₹1,000 crore.
What is India's private sector contribution to defence production?
The **private sector contributes 21%** of India's total defence production which stood at ₹1.27 lakh crore in 2024-25. Under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, the government is actively encouraging private sector participation in defence manufacturing.
