Archive · 30 Jul 2025
India Boosts Ammunition Self-Reliance with Navy & Army Focus
The Indian Navy is making 70% of its ammunition in India and has ordered a lot more.
The Indian Army wants to make all of its ammunition in India by the end of the year.
They want to use smart ammunition that is made just right for what they need.
The government, armed forces, and industry are working together to achieve this goal.
The goal is to make sure that India can protect itself.
Indian Navy has achieved 70% indigenization in ammunition and placed orders worth ₹5,000 crore.
Indian Army aims to have 100% indigenous ammunition by the end of the year.
The focus is on smart, intelligent ammunition tailored to specific needs.
Government and armed forces are prioritizing self-reliance in ammunition production.
The PHDCCI's Ammo Power Conference was a platform for discussions on these topics.
- Who
- Indian Navy, Indian Army, industry representatives, and government officials.
- What
- Progress towards self-reliance in ammunition production.
- When
- Ongoing, with the Indian Army aiming for 100% indigenous ammunition by year-end.
- Where
- PHDCCI’s Ammo Power Conference
- Why
- To ensure strategic preparedness and reduce dependence on imports.
Government & Armed Forces
Industry
Self-reliance vs. Challenges
Government & Armed Forces
Prioritizing self-reliance in ammunition production.
Industry
Addressing challenges in capacity building, technology, and supply chains.
- Navy Indigenization
- 70%
- Navy Orders
- ₹5,000 crore
- Army Goal
- 100% Indigenous by year-end
- Focus
- Smart, Tailored Ammunition
- Key Event
- PHDCCI Ammo Power Conference
