India bars import of 405 defence items in sixth list

The Ministry of Defence has notified its sixth Positive Indigenisation List, barring 405 strategically important defence items from import and creating an estimated business potential of Rs 3,070 crore for domestic industry. The move, announced by the Department of Defence Production on August 18, 2026, is a significant step under the government's Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative to reduce import dependence and strengthen indigenous manufacturing.

The list includes 389 items for Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs) and 16 items for the Indian Coast Guard, spanning line replaceable units, subsystems, subassemblies, spares, components, and raw materials. Among the platforms and systems covered are air platforms such as the Advanced Light Helicopter, Light Utility Helicopter, Su30MKI, Light Combat Aircraft, and AL31FP engine. Armoured platforms including T72, T90 tanks, and BMPII infantry combat vehicles are also included. Furthermore, the list encompasses components for warships and missile systems like KonkursM, Invar, and MRSAM, as well as defence electronics including radars, sonars, fire control systems, satellite communication systems, and high explosive anti-tank ammunition.