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The Defence Ministry has formed a committee to review the 2020 acquisition procedures ahead of 2025 reforms. The panel includes industry experts and former bureaucrat Apurva Chandra as advisor. The review prioritises self-reliance through domestic manufacturing and emerging tech integration. Stakeholders can submit suggestions till July 5 to refine procurement policies.

Key Points: Defence Ministry Forms Panel to Review Acquisition Procedures for 2025 Reforms

  • Committee led by DG (Acquisition) to streamline defence procurement
  • Focus on Make in India and private sector innovation
  • Seeks stakeholder inputs on AI integration and policy clarity
  • Ex-IAS Apurva Chandra appointed as Principal Advisor
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Defence Ministry forms Committee to review acquisition procedures

MoD sets up committee to revamp Defence Acquisition Procedure 2020, inviting stakeholder inputs by July 5 to boost indigenisation and efficiency.

"The review aims to ensure timely modernisation of Armed Forces while aligning with Aatmanirbharta goals – Defence Ministry Statement"

New Delhi, June 19

In light of the declaration of 2025 as the 'Year of Reforms,' the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has commenced a thorough evaluation of the Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP) 2020.

This review aims to ensure alignment with current policies and initiatives of the Government of India (GoI).

A Committee headed by the Director General (Acquisition) has been constituted to carry out extensive deliberations with all stakeholders, as stated in the release.

The Committee includes senior Defence Ministry officers, representatives from the Defence Industry, and Academia. The Ministry has also appointed former IAS officer Apurva Chandra (1980 batch), who previously served as DG (Acquisition), as the Principal Advisor to the Committee. The panel has already begun consultations and has invited suggestions from stakeholders by July 05, 2025, which can be sent to secy-dap2025[at]gov[dot]in.

The DAP Review aims to ensure the timely modernisation and operational readiness of the Armed Forces to safeguard national security while aligning acquisition processes with the Government of India's policies.

It seeks to foster Aatmanirbharta by promoting self-reliance through indigenously designed and developed systems, enabling the 'Make in India' initiative by encouraging domestic defence manufacturing. This includes facilitating joint ventures, technology transfers, and foreign direct investment to attract global OEMs, positioning India as a hub for defence manufacturing and maintenance, repair, and overhaul. The review emphasises promoting design and development in both public and private sectors, with a special focus on startups, innovators, and the private defence industry to drive indigenous technology infusion.

Stakeholder suggestions are invited to propose policy and procedural changes to streamline acquisition processes, including categorisation, ease of doing business, trial conduct, post-contract management, fast-track procedures, and the integration of emerging technologies like AI. Additionally, inputs are sought on improving the language of the DAP to eliminate ambiguities, resolve inconsistencies, enhance procedural clarity, and address any other relevant issues that should be considered during the review.

- ANI

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Rajesh K.
Finally some good news! Our defence procurement has been too slow for too long. With China's growing aggression at the border, we need faster acquisition of modern weapons. Hope this committee cuts red tape and speeds up the process. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
Make in India focus is excellent but we must ensure quality isn't compromised. Remember the INSAS rifle issues? Domestic manufacturing is good but we should also maintain strategic partnerships for critical tech. Balance is key.
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Amit S.
Good step but implementation matters most. Previous defence reforms looked good on paper but got stuck in bureaucracy. Hope this time there's actual change. Also, why only 15 days for suggestions? Complex issues need more time.
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Sunita R.
Including startups is a brilliant move! Young Indian tech minds can bring fresh solutions to defence challenges. But the MoD must simplify tender processes - currently too complex for small innovators to participate.
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Vikram J.
While reforms are welcome, we must not forget our jawans at the borders. All this paperwork means nothing if weapons don't reach them on time. Committee should have serving military officers too - they know ground realities best.
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Neha P.
Hope they fix the trial process! So many good indigenous products get rejected because trial parameters are designed for foreign equipment. We need Indian standards for Indian conditions. #AatmanirbharBharat

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