Of Matters Military

"Defence Production and Mission ""Make in India"""

Mrinal Suman

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English

VIJ Books (India) Pty Ltd
01 July 2021

Warfare & defence; Military administration

Series: Of Matters Military (Indian Military)

Imported defence systems are like crutches that can provide only temporary sustenance but not enduring muscle strength. Dependence on imports makes a nation hostage to the policies of the exporting nations and captive to the dictates of unscrupulous foreign vendors. Therefore, 'Make in India' is a highly overdue clarion call and a mission statement.

The book identifies reasons for the dismal state of the Indian defence industry and suggests corrective measures. It recommends the integration of the private sector and support to MSMEs. The need for an ecosystem to foster innovations has also been emphasised.

As the defence industry is characterised by rapid obsolescence, regular infusion of the latest defence technologies is essential. FDI is not just a question of getting funds but accesses the latest know-how as well. Similarly, the powerful leverage of offsets can be used to obtain technologies that industrially advanced nations are unwilling to sell.

Finally, the book suggests the establishment of a Defence and Aerospace Commission to oversee all functions pertaining to armament production, acquisitions and exports.

By: Mrinal Suman
Imprint: VIJ Books (India) Pty Ltd
Volume: 7
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 21mm
Weight: 626g
ISBN: 9789390917587
ISBN 10: 9390917581
Series: Of Matters Military (Indian Military)
Pages: 312
Publication Date: 01 July 2021
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Major General Mrinal Suman, AVSM, VSM, PhD commanded an Engineer Regiment in the most hostile battlefield in the world, i.e. the Siachen Glacier. He was the Task Force Commander at Pokharan and was responsible for designing and sinking shafts for the nuclear tests. For that, he was duly decorated by the President of India. He is considered to be India's foremost expert on myriad aspects of India's defence procurement regime and offsets. He is regularly invited to address various Indian chambers, associations and foreign industrial delegations. He is a prolific writer and has published more than 550 papers in different journals and newspapers; many have been translated into foreign languages. His views command immense respect. This is General Suman's seventh book. His earlier books deal with issues confronting the Indian armed forces; reasons for the tardy procurement process; controversies afflicting recent defence contracts; reasons for growing anti-nationalism in India; and his years in the olive green. His last book chronicles digging of shafts for the nuclear tests and combat engineer support in Siachen.