Rajnath releases ‘Defence Forces Vision 2047’ roadmap for future-ready military

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday (March 10, 2026) released Defence Forces Vision 2047: A Roadmap for a Future-Ready Indian Military at an event in South Block, outlining a long-term strategy to transform India’s armed forces into a modern, integrated and technologically advanced military by the centenary of Independence.

According to the Ministry of Defence (MoD), the comprehensive vision document has been prepared by the Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff and lays out a blueprint to strengthen the capabilities of the Indian Armed Forces in line with the country’s ambition of becoming a developed nation—Viksit Bharat—by 2047.

Officials said the roadmap identifies key strategic reforms, capability enhancements and organisational changes required to address the rapidly evolving geopolitical, technological and security landscape. The document envisages transforming the military into an integrated, multi-domain and agile force capable of deterring adversaries, responding across the full spectrum of conflict and safeguarding India’s expanding strategic interests.

A central pillar of the vision is greater jointness among the Army, the Navy and the Air Force. The document emphasises deeper coordination in planning, operations and capability development to ensure seamless integration among the three Services.

It also underscores the need to leverage innovation, emerging technologies and modern training frameworks to prepare the armed forces for future warfare. Another major focus area is strengthening self-reliance in defence by promoting indigenous technologies and solutions tailored to India’s security needs, the MoD added.

The document outlines a phased roadmap with prioritised capability goals across short, medium and long-term timelines. Officials said this structured approach would guide the development of critical military capabilities, institutional reforms and strategic partnerships needed to build a world-class defence force.

Highlighting the complexity of emerging security challenges, the document advocates a whole-of-nation approach that integrates military strength with diplomatic, technological and economic power to safeguard national interests.