"Such a situation was there in 2013, but not now," he said, responding to a question about reports on shortage of ammunition.
Addressing a press conference here, Bhamre said India has been the biggest importer of defence equipment in the world, but efforts were underway to make the country self-reliant.
"Prime Minister Narendra Modi wants the country to become self-reliant in defence production through 'Make in India' campaign," he said.
Indigenous weapon systems were also being developed, the minister said.