Defence & Aerospace
Weekly Roundup
Index Brief — Defence & Aerospace
Defence Sector Sees Significant Budgetary Boost, Space Tech Transfer to HAL, and Nuclear Energy Expansion Plans
This report provides an intelligence-grade overview of key developments in India's defence, space, aerospace, R&D, and nuclear sectors from February 2 to February 8, 2026. The analysis focuses on specific policy amendments, new initiatives, and parliamentary clarifications.
| ₹7.85 Lakh Cr | 17 | 13,100 MW | 100 GW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Defence Allocation FY 26-27 | Nuclear Reactors Under Implementation | Current Nuclear Capacity Under Implementation | Targeted Nuclear Capacity by 2047 |
Snapshot of the Week's Highest-Impact Updates:
- The Union Budget 2026-27 allocated ₹7.85 lakh crore to the Ministry of Defence, marking a 15.19% increase and emphasizing indigenization and Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiatives.
- ISRO transferred Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV) technology and other critical aerospace technologies to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), significantly boosting indigenous space infrastructure and aerospace manufacturing capabilities.
- India is actively pursuing a Nuclear Energy Mission to achieve 100 GW capacity by 2047, wit…
Download Full Intelligence Brief (PDF)
Sign in to your PolicyIndex account to download the complete executive-ready PDF report including all policy exhibits, data tables, and strategic recommendations.
Log In to Download PDF Brief →