New Delhi: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will undertake the annual performance review of 16 Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs) in New Delhi on September 1, 2026.
The review will focus on strengthening the development of indigenous defence technologies, enhancing manufacturing capabilities and increasing defence exports.
The annual review comes as India’s DPSUs have reported strong financial and operational performance during Financial Year 2025-26.
Seven DPSUs to Present Dividend Cheques
During the event, the CMDs of seven DPSUs will present dividend cheques representing the Government’s equity share for FY2025-26 to the Raksha Mantri.
The seven DPSUs are:
- Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
- Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL)
- Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
- Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL)
- Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited (GRSE)
- BEML Limited
- Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited (MIDHANI)
The dividend presentation will highlight the financial contribution of the defence public sector to the government.
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Rajnath Singh to Release Four Books on Defence Sector
On the occasion, Rajnath Singh will release four publications covering self-reliance, student engagement, modernisation and indigenisation in the defence sector.
The books are:
- ‘Aatmanirbhar DPSU – A Journey of DPSUs Towards Self-Reliance’
- ‘DISHA’ – An initiative of DPSUs aimed at providing students with hands-on awareness of defence technologies and modern manufacturing processes.
- ‘Modernisation Roadmap of HAL’
- ‘Indigenisation Roadmap of HAL’
The publications are aimed at highlighting the ongoing transformation of DPSUs and their contribution to India’s defence self-reliance goals.
DPSU Turnover Rises 15.4% to ₹1.29 Lakh Crore
The performance of DPSUs during FY2025-26 has been described as commendable, with the sector recording significant growth across key financial indicators.
The total turnover of DPSUs reached ₹1.29 lakh crore in FY2025-26, registering a 15.4% increase over FY2024-25.
The strong turnover reflects continued growth in defence production and the increasing role of domestic public sector companies in meeting the country’s defence requirements.
DPSUs Record ₹23,136 Crore Profit After Tax
DPSUs also recorded strong profitability during the financial year.
Their cumulative Profit After Tax (PAT) stood at ₹23,136 crore in FY2025-26, representing a 15.6% increase compared with the previous financial year.
The improvement in profitability indicates stronger financial performance across the defence public sector amid increasing demand for indigenous defence equipment and systems.
Defence PSU Exports Surge 151.2%
One of the most notable achievements was the sharp increase in defence exports.
In FY2025-26, DPSUs recorded a 151.2% increase in exports compared with the previous financial year.
The significant growth underscores the expanding global reach of Indian defence manufacturers and the increasing focus on developing and exporting indigenously produced defence technologies and equipment.
Review to Reinforce Defence Self-Reliance
The annual performance review is expected to provide a platform to assess the progress of DPSUs while reinforcing the government’s focus on Aatmanirbhar Bharat in defence manufacturing.
The emphasis on indigenous technologies, modernisation and exports reflects the broader objective of strengthening India’s domestic defence industrial base and positioning Indian defence companies as competitive players in the global market.
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