India Defence Startups Move Beyond R&D as Defence Production Hits ₹1.78 Lakh Crore

Indias defence startups are entering a new phase of growth as defence production reaches ₹1.78 lakh crore. Backed by iDEX, these firms are moving beyond prototypes and becoming part of a broader defence technology ecosystem that increasingly supports companies such as HAL and BEL.

India Defence Startups Are Scaling Fast. Here’s Why HAL and BEL Could Be the Biggest Winners New Delhi, March 31, 2026: The Ministry of Defence…