India, which holds the position of the second largest arms importer globally, after Ukraine, is now aspiring to become a nation that not only manufactures but also exports its own weapons. The Indian capital, New Delhi, has initiated the production of bulletproof vests and helmets, night vision binoculars, drones, helicopters, and even missiles. Ever since 2014, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government, which follows a Hindu nationalist ideology, has been vigorously promoting self-reliance through its “Make in India” policy. Our correspondents bring you the latest updates on this developing story.

Source: https://www.france24.com/en/tv-shows/focus/20250318-with-make-in-india-policy-new-delhi-seeks-to-produce-and-sell-its-own-weapons