India’s Defense Procurement (2020–2024) – Comprehensive Summary

Small Arms and Light Weapons The period 2020–2024 saw India modernizing its infantry firearms with both imports and indigenous production: Table: Key Small Arms Procurements (2020–2024) Weapon Quantity Supplier / Origin Deal and Notes (Import or Domestic) SIG 716i Assault Rifle (7.62mm) ~144,400 total SIG Sauer (USA) Fast-Track import for Army: 72,400 rifles in 2019…