Defence revenue seen rising 15–17% in FY26, Icra says strong order book and localisation to lift margins, capital outlay hits Rs 1.92 lakh crore

India's defence manufacturing sector is poised for substantial growth, projecting a 15-17% revenue increase in FY2025-26. This surge is fueled by strong order books, government support for domestic procurement, and the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. Defence exports have also seen a significant rise, coupled with increased budgetary allocations, though working capital management remains a challenge.