Group 1 - The Indian Ministry of Defense announced a 15-year defense plan focusing on military equipment procurement for the navy, army, and air force, prioritizing the construction of an aircraft carrier, potentially nuclear-powered, and the use of domestically manufactured fighter jets [1] - Key procurement targets include equipping naval vessels with nuclear power, next-generation tanks, and unmanned combat systems, along with plans for new-generation twin-engine carrier-based and light fighter aircraft [1][5] - The roadmap for 2025 emphasizes strengthening public-private partnerships as a direction for future development, indicating a shift in military strategy to meet increasing national challenges [1] Group 2 - The Indian Navy currently operates two aircraft carriers, one Russian-made and one domestically produced, with plans for a third nuclear-powered aircraft carrier that would enhance operational range and stealth capabilities [1] - The Indian Defense Minister previously stated intentions to build additional aircraft carriers beyond the third, aiming for a total of five or six in the future [2] - The first indigenous aircraft carrier, Vikrant, was commissioned in September 2022, with plans for a second carrier, Vishal, which would have a displacement of over 60,000 tons and advanced capabilities, although it faced funding and technical challenges [4] Group 3 - The 2025 roadmap includes plans for new twin-engine carrier-based and light fighter aircraft developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, with a significant procurement agreement with France for 26 naval version Rafale jets [5] - The goal is to have 62 Rafale fighter jets in service by 2030, including those already delivered to the air force, with current naval operations relying on a fleet of MiG-29K aircraft [5] - The roadmap also anticipates the acquisition of two electromagnetic catapult systems to enhance aircraft launch capabilities from carriers [5]