DAC clears defence procurement proposals worth ₹2.12 lakh crore
The Indian Defence Acquisition Council has approved procurement proposals worth ₹2.12 lakh crore to modernize the Army, Navy, and Air Force. Approximately 82% of these military platforms and systems will be sourced from domestic manufacturers.
Why it matters
This move significantly boosts India's 'Make in India' initiative in the defense sector, aiming to reduce import dependency and enhance national combat readiness.
DAC clears defence procurement proposals worth ₹2.12 lakh crore left Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. File ANI ANI https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/19l8ba/article71627913.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/20261023381L.jpg ANI New Delhi, Oct 23 (ANI): Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh speaks during the launch of Land Warfare Doctrine 2026 on the occasion of the Silver Jubilee Edition 2026 of Blue Helmet Odyssey at the Indian Army Commanders’ Conference, in New Delhi on Friday. (@rajnathsingh X/ANI Photo) 82% to be sourced from domestic industry; the approvals cover a wide range of military platforms, weapons and surveillance systems aimed at enhancing the operational capabilities of the Army, Navy and Air Force New Delhi The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, on Monday (October 26, 2026) accorded Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for capital acquisition proposals worth approximately ₹2.12 lakh crore for the three services, with about 82% of the procurements to be sourced from the domestic industry.
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