Bharat Forge Chairman Baba Kalyani has credited the ‘Make in India’ initiative for transforming India’s defence manufacturing sector, enabling private firms to compete globally.
🔴 Key Highlights:
- Bharat Forge faced skepticism in 2012, when its indigenous artillery gun was ignored at a defence expo.
- India’s defence sector was dominated by imports, with private firms excluded from manufacturing.
- PM Modi’s ‘Make in India’ campaign in 2014 opened doors for private players, allowing Bharat Forge to develop and deploy artillery guns.
- The late Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar played a crucial role, reforming procurement policies in 2016, which helped unlock private sector participation.
- Bharat Forge now exports artillery guns, proving that India’s defence industry can compete globally.
📢 Baba Kalyani’s Statement:
“A lot of army guys walked by, some laughed at it. Not a single guy stopped to even see what the hell it was. Today, Bharat Forge is a key player in India’s defence manufacturing.”
⚠️ Strategic Impact:
- India’s defence exports have surged, reducing reliance on foreign suppliers.
- Private sector involvement has strengthened India’s military capabilities, making homegrown defence technology a reality.
👉 What do you think? Has ‘Make in India’ revolutionized India’s defence sector? Drop your thoughts in the comments!
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