Adani Group’s Bold Leap into India’s Defense Arena The Adani Group has stormed into India’s defense sector with ambition and precision, transforming itself into a powerhouse through Adani Defence & Aerospace, a division of Adani Enterprises Ltd. Since 2015, Adani has built a robust portfolio, from cutting-edge drones like the Hermes 900 and Drishti 10 Starliner to small arms, missiles, and anti-submarine warfare systems. Strategic partnerships with global giants like Elbit Systems, Thales Group, and EDGE Group, alongside DRDO, fuel its technological edge. With world-class facilities in Hyderabad and Kanpur, Adani is scaling production and eyeing exports to the Middle East and beyond. This note unpacks Adani’s defense journey—detailing products, deliveries, technological sophistication, and operational scale—while weaving in insights from industry leaders like Rajinder Singh Bhatia and Anil Ambani. It concludes with takeaways on Adani’s role in redefining India’s defense landscape...