India has achieved a remarkable milestone as the country witnessed an all-time high level of defence export worth approx 16,000 crore rupees to over 85 countries.<br />'' <br />'' In only six years defence export surged over 10 times amid number of reforms and policy initiatives taken by the government.<br />'' <br />'' In a tweet, Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the achievement as a clear manifestation of India's talent and enthusiasm towards 'Make in India'.<br />'' <br />'' Mr Modi said, it also shows the reforms in this sector over the last few years are delivering good results. He said, Government will keep supporting efforts to make India a defence production hub.<br />'' <br />'' Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, In a tweet, described it is a remarkable achievement for the country. He said, under the inspiring leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Defence exports will continue to grow exponentially.<br />'' <br />'' The Defence Ministry said that Indian industry has shown its capability of design and development to the world, with 100 firms exporting defence products at present.<br />'' <br />'' The rising defence exports and participation of over hundred countries in Aero India 2023 are proof of the country's growing defence manufacturing capabilities.<br />'' <br />'' To give a push to defence exports, Government has taken a number of policy initiatives and brought reforms over the last 5-6 years. Export procedures have been simplified and made industry-friendly with end-to-end online export authorisation curtailing delays and bringing Ease of Doing Business.<br />'' <br />'' Government has notified three Open General Export License (OGEL) for export of Parts and Components, transfer of technology and major platforms and equipment.  <br />'' <br />''Today, India, which was known as an importer about eight years back, exports various defence products including Brahmos Missiles, Akash Missile System, Radars, PINAKA Rockets & Launchers, LCA-Tejas, Light Combat Helicopters and Aircraft Carriers.