The Adani Group is making one of its most aggressive moves in the defence manufacturing sector, preparing to establish an ammunition production ecosystem valued at nearly ₹7,000 crore. This large-scale investment aims to create end-to-end capability across multiple categories of ammunition — from small-calibre rounds to artillery shells, smart munitions, and specialised defence-grade explosives.
According to reports, the group has already identified key sites for setting up these facilities and is working closely with defence authorities to secure clearances and long-term supply contracts. With this scale of investment, Adani is positioning itself to become one of India’s largest domestic ammo suppliers, reducing reliance on foreign imports and strengthening India’s strategic autonomy.
The initiative aligns strongly with the government’s ‘Make in India’ and ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ defence vision, under which India is pushing for indigenous manufacturing of critical military systems and ammunition. Industry experts note that Adani’s financial muscle, integrated logistics network, and manufacturing capabilities could give it a competitive advantage in securing large defence orders.
Beyond government procurement, the company also aims to cater to export markets as India looks to expand its footprint in the global defence supply chain. The move is expected to boost employment, create ancillary industries, and support long-term defence readiness by ensuring a reliable, locally manufactured supply of ammunition for India’s armed forces.
