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Rajith Singh: Defence Budget Hiked to Rs 7.85 Lakh Crore for 2026-27
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jaipur
🗓 04 Nov 2026, 10:36 AM
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated in Jaisalmer that the defence budget for FY 2026-27 has been increased to Rs 7.85 lakh crore to meet the urgent need for modernisation.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has highlighted the critical importance of modernising the Indian Armed Forces, describing it as the most pressing requirement of the current era. Speaking at a meeting of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Defence in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, the Minister outlined the government's strategic financial commitments to bolster national security capabilities.
During the session, Singh revealed that the defence budget for the upcoming financial year 2026-27 has been significantly raised to Rs 7.85 lakh crore. This substantial increase is aimed at addressing the evolving security challenges and ensuring that the military remains equipped with the latest technology and infrastructure.
The Minister emphasized that this budgetary allocation is a direct response to the changing geopolitical landscape and the need to maintain a robust defence posture. The funds are intended to accelerate the procurement of modern hardware and enhance the operational readiness of the armed forces.
The announcement was made in the context of a broader discussion on defence preparedness, where the Minister underscored the government's commitment to strengthening India's strategic autonomy and defence self-reliance through targeted financial support.
During the session, Singh revealed that the defence budget for the upcoming financial year 2026-27 has been significantly raised to Rs 7.85 lakh crore. This substantial increase is aimed at addressing the evolving security challenges and ensuring that the military remains equipped with the latest technology and infrastructure.
The Minister emphasized that this budgetary allocation is a direct response to the changing geopolitical landscape and the need to maintain a robust defence posture. The funds are intended to accelerate the procurement of modern hardware and enhance the operational readiness of the armed forces.
The announcement was made in the context of a broader discussion on defence preparedness, where the Minister underscored the government's commitment to strengthening India's strategic autonomy and defence self-reliance through targeted financial support.