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India has unveiled 'Defence Forces Vision 2047,' a comprehensive plan to transform its military by 2047, emphasizing strategic reforms, capability enhancements, and organizational changes. The document aims to create an integrated, agile military capable of deterring adversaries and responding to conflicts.

It highlights jointness among services, innovation, advanced technologies, and self-reliance in defense. The roadmap prioritizes short-term, mid-term, and long-term capability goals, guiding military development and partnerships.

India's arms imports have decreased, yet it remains the second-largest military hardware importer globally. The vision aims to ensure a technologically-advanced, combat-ready military by 2047.