India was the world's largest arms importer in 2014. By 2026, defence exports grew 56x — from ₹686 crore to ₹38,424 crore. BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles are exported to Philippines, Vietnam, and Indonesia. Indian-made systems reach 80+ countries. Indigenous defence production reached ₹1.78 lakh crore.
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India's Defence Exports Grew 56x in 10 Years — From Arms Buyer to Arms Seller
30 June 2026 1 min read 0 viewsFact Score: 9/10
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✨ AI Summary
India's defence exports grew 56x in a decade. BrahMos missiles now exported globally.
💡 Why This Matters
India reversed its strategic dependency on foreign arms and became a credible defence exporter.
📅 Timeline
2014
Largest arms importer
2022
BrahMos exports begin
2026
₹38,424 Cr exports
🌏 India vs World
| Metric | 🇮🇳 India | Other |
|---|---|---|
| Defence Export Growth | 56x | Declining (Russia) |
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