The Role of Defence Corridors in Strengthening India’s Defence Production

Abstract

Indian defence sector is currently in a very dynamic state due to the development of defence corridors to boost manufacturing capabilities and promote make in India initiative to be more strategic defence independent. This article proceeds with an analysis on how these corridors are helpful in reshaping the Indian defence manufacturing industry with special reference to Tamil Nadu as well as Uttar Pradesh. This article is to present a comprehensive story on the theme focusing on up till now defence corridors as a concept of tactical importance for making India a makers of defence products and identifying the future horizon, including opportunities for international partnerships; role of innovation and startups; and the need for policy and structures reforms to build the future of defence manufacturing space in a progressively globalized world.

Objectives:   The objectives of the article include to find out the need, strategic objectives and key components for having defence corridors in India. The article will further analyse the recently established defence corridors in Tamil Nadu along with the state of Uttar Pradesh and will explore the challenges before drawing out recommendations and future opportunities for these defence corridors.     

 Research:  For the purpose of the research secondary sources to include books, journals, reports, research papers, authentic internet websites, newspapers, and other published and unpublished documents have been utilised.