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Reliance Infra Eyes ₹3,000 Cr in Defence Exports by FY27
Reliance Infrastructure Ltd has set an ambitious target of achieving ₹3,000 crore in defence exports within the next two years, marking a major expansion into global defence supply chains. The company, part of the Anil Ambani-led Reliance Group, is betting big on large-calibre artillery ammunition and integrated explosives manufacturing to become one of India’s top defence exporters by the end of financial year 2027.
Export Growth Strategy
So far, Reliance Infra has already recorded ₹100 crore worth of exports in artillery ammunition and key components. The company is now aiming to exponentially grow that figure to ₹1,500 crore by the end of FY2025-26 and double it again by FY2026-27, with a sharp focus on high-demand markets in Europe and Southeast Asia. These regions, currently facing military stockpile shortages, are emerging as key consumers for Indian-made defence products.
Dhirubhai Ambani Defence City in Ratnagiri
To support its expanding ambitions, Reliance is developing a massive defence industrial complex named the Dhirubhai Ambani Defence City (DADC) in the Watad Industrial Area of Ratnagiri, Maharashtra. Spread across 1,000 acres, the ₹5,000 crore facility will house a fully integrated ammunition and explosives manufacturing plant. This facility is poised to become the nucleus of Reliance’s global supply efforts.
The DADC will produce large volumes of 155 mm calibre artillery shells, charges, and other aggregates, boosting India’s stature as a reliable defence manufacturing partner globally.
Global Collaboration with Rheinmetall AG
A key part of the export roadmap is Reliance’s partnership with German defence giant Rheinmetall AG. Through this collaboration, Reliance will supply explosives and propellants for Rheinmetall’s medium and large-calibre ammunition systems. The partnership also includes joint marketing initiatives for select products, enabling both companies to scale up their reach in Europe and other strategic markets.
This synergy is expected to significantly enhance Reliance’s technical expertise and broaden its access to advanced global defence networks.
Aligning With India’s Defence Export Vision
Reliance Infra’s export expansion comes in line with India’s national push for defence self-reliance and global market penetration under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. The company’s aggressive roadmap could help position India as not just a major consumer, but also a key supplier of high-grade defence products.
By integrating global partnerships and local manufacturing, Reliance is attempting to balance international quality with cost competitiveness—an edge that could define India’s defence export trajectory in the coming years.
