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Indian Defence Ministry Approves Military Projects Worth Rs 67,000 Crore

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The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved a range of military projects worth approximately Rs 67,000 crore. These projects include the procurement of long-endurance drones and missile systems, as well as upgrades to existing systems. The Indian Navy will receive compact autonomous surface craft, BrahMos fire control systems, and launchers, while the Indian Air Force will receive mountain radars and upgrades to the Saksham/Spyder system. Additionally, the DAC has given its initial approval for the procurement of Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPAs) for all three services.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Defence Acquisition Council approved military projects worth approximately Rs 67,000 crore, including the procurement of long-endurance drones and missile systems.
  • The Indian Navy has been accorded approval for procurement of compact autonomous surface craft, BrahMos fire control system and launchers and upgradation of BARAK-1 point defence missile system, which will enhance its anti-submarine warfare capabilities.
  • The Indian Air Force will receive mountain radars to enhance air surveillance capabilities in the mountainous region, as well as upgrades to the Saksham/Spyder system for integration with the Integrated air command and control system.
  • The Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for procurement of Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPAs) has been granted, which will enable the Armed Forces to carry out round-the-clock surveillance and combat missions.
  • The DAC has also accorded AoN for sustenance of C-17 and C-130J fleets and comprehensive annual maintenance contract of S-400 long range air defence missile system.

Statistics:

  • Military projects approved by the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) - Rs. 67,000 crore
  • Value of equipment to be procured for the Indian Navy - BrahMos fire control system and launchers (estimated value not specified)
  • Estimated value of upgrades to BARAK-1 point defence missile system - (estimated value not specified)
  • Value of mountain radars to be procured for the Indian Air Force - (estimated value not specified)
  • Number of Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPAs) to be procured for the Armed Forces - (number not specified)
  • Range of MALE RPAs - (range not specified)
  • Estimated value of sustenance of C-17 and C-130J fleets - (estimated value not specified)

Sources:

  • Defence Acquisition Council (DAC)
  • Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
  • Contify.com

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