Defence Acquisition Council Approves ₹79,000 Crore for Tri-Services Systems and Platforms
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, has approved capital acquisition proposals worth approximately ₹79,000 crore. These acquisitions aim to enhance the operational capabilities of the Army, Navy, and Air Force. Key approvals include the Nag missile system (NAMIS) and high-mobility vehicles for the Army, and Landing Platform Docks (LPDs) for the Navy to augment amphibious warfare and HADR missions. The Air Force will receive long-range target saturation systems. These steps align with the 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' initiative, focusing on indigenous development and modernization of the armed forces.
Key Points
- The DAC approved proposals worth ₹79,000 crore to strengthen the lethality and mobility of the tri-services.
- For the Army, the Nag missile system (NAMIS) and Ground-Based Mobile ELINT System (GBMES) received Acceptance of Necessity (AoN).
- The Navy will acquire Landing Platform Docks (LPDs) and indigenously developed Light Weight Torpedoes (ALWT).
- The acquisitions emphasize 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' through indigenous design and development by DRDO.
Exam Facts
- Total value of approved defense proposals: ₹79,000 crore.
- The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) is chaired by the Union Defence Minister.
- NAMIS stands for Nag Missile System (tracked) Mk-II.
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