Your Strategic Partner in India's Defence Revolution

Founded in 2020 alongside DAP 2020, we help international defence manufacturers navigate India's rapidly evolving defence market.

Our Vision

Empowering Growth Through Strategic Excellence

At ASAIC, our mission is to redefine how businesses connect, negotiate, and grow by delivering trusted advisory, facilitation, and representation services. We empower individuals, firms, and organizations to reach their potential by simplifying complexities, fostering partnerships, and offering tailored solutions. Guided by integrity, innovation, and excellence, we serve as collaborators and enablers of sustainable success—creating value that lasts across industries and generations.

The Transformation

Fueling National Security with Expanding Industrial Strength

₹1.54 Lakh Crore

Defence production (FY 2024-25)

65%

Domestic manufacturing

₹23,622 Crore

Exports to 100+ countries

16,000+

MSMEs in defence ecosystem

What We Deliver

  • Regulatory Expertise

    DAP 2020, MoD procedures, ongoing reforms

  • Market Intelligence

    ₹6.81 lakh crore defence budget insights

  • Established Networks

    DAP 2020, MoD proceduMoD, Armed Forces, DPSUs, private sector

  • Compliance Support

    FDI, security clearances, indigenous content

  • End-to-End Service

    Market entry to contract execution

Our Team

Debarun Das
Managing Director

Expert support for foreign defence OEMs entering the Indian market through precise navigation of DAP 2020, ‘Make in India,’ and compliance frameworks. Specializes in Joint Venture facilitation, partner identification, and meeting Buy & Make (Indian) and offset requirements. Backed by extensive project experience and strong government liaisoning, enabling OEMs to accelerate partnerships and secure long-term, compliant opportunities.

Raju Bhavsar
Executive Director

A seasoned administrator with strong high-level connectivity, he brings over 25 years of liaisoning experience, including his role as Senior Liaison Officer at MMRDA, where he supported major infrastructure projects through complex regulatory and political landscapes. An Arjuna Award–winning Kabaddi athlete, he blends national sporting recognition with deep administrative expertise, making him a key contributor to ASAIC Global’s strategic growth and success.

Major Dhananjay Kumar
Executive Director

A seasoned professional with a background in military service, strategic leadership, and multi-sector experience, he brings over 28 years of expertise across education, IT, and telecom. A veteran of Operation Vijay (Kargil) and a Six Sigma Green Belt, he excels in process optimization, project execution, and high-level coordination. At ASAIC Global, he applies military discipline and strategic insight to drive organizational growth and efficiency.

Manojan Rajan
Principal Consultant

Chief Commercial Officer and defence strategy specialist with 26 years of frontline and leadership experience in high-stakes national security environments. Expert in India market entry, government acquisition, and DAP 2020 pathways. Known for forging high-impact partnerships, accelerating mission-critical capability deployment, and enabling seamless integration of global defence technologies into India’s ecosystem. Recognised for a mission-driven approach, disciplined execution, and clear insight into real-world operational needs.

The Opportunity

India signed 193 contracts worth ₹2.09 lakh crore in FY 2024-25. Targets: ₹3 lakh crore production and ₹50,000 crore exports by 2029. The 2025 "Year of Reforms" brings comprehensive DAP review, AI integration, and streamlined processes.

Our Commitment

We transform regulatory complexity into strategic advantage—building partnerships that deliver sustainable returns while strengthening Indian capabilities.

Ready to explore India's defence opportunity?