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"India spent $84bn on military equipment in 2023".

Above is not correct.

$84bn is spend on personnel + ops + equipment. Almost 75-80% of $84bn is on personnel.

If $84bn expense on equipment only means - a thriving modern defense industry at home.

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So grateful for this comment. I have edited the piece to reflect what you have said. Lucky to have such a smart reader.

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:)

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