Defence & SecuritySkim2025-11-01

Enforcement of Defence Procurement Manual 2025

What Happened

The Ministry of Defence enforced the Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025 on November 1, 2025. This updated manual streamlines revenue procurement worth Rs 1 lakh crore by standardizing procedures and reducing bureaucratic delays for the armed forces.

Why It Matters

It strengthens the 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' initiative by lowering entry barriers for MSMEs and start-ups through reduced liquidated damages and guaranteed indigenous procurement.

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