AMN / WEB DESK
In pursuance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s endeavor of Atmanirbhar Bharat and to boost indigenisation in the Defence sector, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today approved a proposal to notify the Second Positive Indigenisation List of 108 items. This will give further boost to indigenisation with active participation of public and private sector for fulfilling the twin objectives of achieving self-reliance and promoting defence exports.
All the 108 items will now be procured from indigenous sources as per provisions given in Defence Acquisition Procedure 2020. The second list lays special focus on weapons or systems which are currently under development or trials and are likely to translate into firm orders in the future. Like the first list, import substitution of ammunition which is a recurring requirement has been given special focus. Not only does the list recognise the potential of local defence industry, it will also invigorate impetus to domestic Research and Development by attracting fresh investment into technology and manufacturing capabilities.
The Second Positive Indigenisation List comprises complex systems, sensors, simulator, weapons and ammunitions like Helicopters, Air Borne Early Warning and Control systems, Tank Engines, Medium Power Radar for Mountains and many more such items to fulfil the requirements of Indian Armed Forces.This second list is planned to be implemented progressively with effect from December this year to December 2025. The list has been prepared by Ministry of Defence after several rounds of consultations with government and private manufacturing industry confederations to assess future capabilities of Indian Industry .
This list also provides an excellent opportunity for start-ups as also MSMEs which will get tremendous boost from this initiative. Defence ministry, DRDO and Service Head Quarters will take all necessary steps, including hand holding of the Industry, to ensure that the timelines mentioned in the List are met. In August last year, the First Positive Indigenisation List comprising 101 items was notified.