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<ArticleTitle>Vision 2047: Techno-Nationalism and the Military Industrial Complex as the Engines of India__ampersandsignrsquo;s National Power</ArticleTitle>
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<Abstract>This paper explores how techno-nationalism, when strategically harnessed through a robust and future ready military industrial complex, can act as a central driver of India__ampersandsignrsquo;s comprehensive national power in the run up to Viksit Bharat 2047. It argues that the convergence of technological self-reliance, indigenous defence production, and innovation-led strategic autonomy is essential for India to emerge as a leading power in an increasingly multipolar and competitive global landscape. With rising global militarisation, intensifying technology rivalries, and an unpredictable geopolitical environment, India__ampersandsignrsquo;s security and developmental imperatives are tightly interlinked. The study traces India__ampersandsignrsquo;s evolving defence-industrial ecosystem, highlighting key policy initiatives such as Aatmanirbhar Bharat, Make in India, and strategic private sector participation and defence exports. It analyses the challenges that have historically hindered indigenous capacity building, while identifying novel opportunities for accelerated transformation through public-private synergy, technology transfers, and integration into global supply chains. By situating India__ampersandsign#39;s techno-nationalist trajectory in comparison with global power strategies of China and the US, the study underscores the need for India to adopt a more agile, innovation centric, export oriented and strategically coordinated approach. Focus is laid on dual use technologies, critical defence enterprises, and emerging domains like cyber, space, and AI based warfare. Ultimately, the findings contend that a powerful and self-sustaining military industrial complex, underpinned by a techno-nationalist ethos, will be indispensable to achieving the goals of Viksit Bharat 2047. It will not only enhance India__ampersandsign#39;s strategic deterrence and global standing but also contribute significantly to economic growth, employment, and technological leadership.</Abstract>
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<Keywords>Techno-Nationalism, Defence Indigenisation, Military-Industrial Complex, Defence Exports, Make in India, Comprehensive National Power</Keywords>
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