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Defence Acquisition Council Approves ₹67,000 Crore in Proposals

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The Defence Acquisition Council, headed by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, has approved various proposals valued at approximately ₹67,000 crore. These procurements aim to enhance the capabilities of the Indian Armed Forces, including the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. The approved proposals cover a range of systems, including thermal imaging-based night sights for BMP, autonomous surface craft, and advanced radar systems.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Defence Acquisition Council approved proposals totaling ₹67,000 crore, marking a significant investment in the Indian Armed Forces.
  • The Indian Army will procure Thermal Imager-based Driver Night Sight for BMP, enhancing night driving capability and providing operational advantage to Mechanised Infantry.
  • The Indian Navy will acquire Compact Autonomous Surface Craft, BrahMos Fire Control System & Launchers, and Upgradation of BARAK-1 Point Defence Missile System, enabling anti-submarine warfare capabilities.
  • The Indian Air Force will obtain Mountain Radars and Upgradation of SAKSHAM/SPYDER Weapon System, improving air surveillance and Air Defence capabilities.
  • Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPAs) will be procured for the three Services, enhancing long-endurance surveillance and combat capabilities.
  • The Defence Acquisition Council has also accorded Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for the sustenance of C-17 and C-130J fleets and annual maintenance contract of S-400 Long Range Air Defence Missile System.

Statistics:

  • ₹67,000 crore: Total value of the approved proposals.
  • ₹[value]: Value of the Thermal Imager-based Driver Night Sight for BMP procurement.
  • ₹[value]: Value of the Compact Autonomous Surface Craft procurement for the Indian Navy.
  • ₹[value]: Value of the Upgradation of BARAK-1 Point Defence Missile System.

*ircraft (RPAs) to be procured for the three Services.

  • ₹[value]: Value of the sustenance of C-17 and C-130J fleets and comprehensive annual maintenance contract of S-400 Long Range Air Defence Missile System.

Sources:

  • "Defence Acquisition Council Approves ₹67,000 Crore in Proposals" - Euclid Infotech Pvt. Ltd., Copyright 2025, distributed by Contify.com

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