How India's Defence Spending Surged, Strategy Shifted Post Op Sindoor
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Summary
After the Pahalgam attack, the government put the Indus Water Treaty in abeyance. It also announced that an act of terror will be an "act of war".
Key Facts
Type Legislation
Source NDTV - India
Published Wednesday, 22 April 2026
Affected Population 1.4 million active military, border populations
Key Numbers
Defence budget: Rs 6.21 lakh crore (2025-26)
68% indigenous procurement target
1.4 million active military personnel
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right