Defence & Aerospace
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Weekly Brief — Defence & Aerospace
Strategic Transition: SHANTI Act Reforms and ₹30k Cr Drone Bidding Define Defence-Space Week
This report covers Defence Procurement, Space, Aerospace, and Nuclear sectors from 2026-06-15 to 2026-06-22. Key findings include the opening of the nuclear sector to private equity and the conclusion of bidding for the IAF's major drone project.
Key Statistics
| ₹30,000 Crore | 49% | 10,000 Tons |
|---|---|---|
| Value of MALE Drone Procurement Project | Private/Foreign Equity Cap in Nuclear (SHANTI Act) | Capacity of New Aerospace Aluminium Press |
Weekly Executive Summary
- Nuclear Privatization: The sector transitioned to a B2B model following the SHANTI Act (2025), with the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) initiating safety briefings for new private entrants.
- Aerospace Self-Reliance: Groundbreaking for a 10,000-ton aluminium extrusion press in Nagpur aims to eliminate imports of complex alloy profiles for missiles and aircraft (Ref).
- Space Commercialization: ISRO shifted toward private manufacturing for the SAMOOHA ELINT constellation, while the India Space Congress outlined a $44 billi…
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