Defence Acquisition Council approves military purchases worth ₹52,000 crore to boost operational capabilities
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, approved Acceptance of Necessity (AON) for defence acquisition proposals worth nearly ₹52,000 crore to enhance the operational capabilities of the Army, Navy, and Air Force. For the Army, approvals include Anti-Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Electronic Warfare System Akash Tarang, Man Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile (MPATGM), MRSAM, V-SHORADS, Active Protection Systems for tanks, and jet-based Kamikaze drone systems. The Navy will acquire Multi Influence Ground Mines (MIGM) and Naval Shipborne Unmanned Aerial Systems (NSUAS), and establish a Land Based Testing Facility (LBTF). The Air Force will receive Fixed-Wing High Altitude Pseudo Satellites (FW-HAPS).
Key Points
- The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) approved defence acquisition proposals worth approximately ₹52,000 crore.
- The acquisitions are intended to significantly enhance the operational capabilities of the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force.
- Key procurements for the Army include anti-drone systems, anti-tank missiles, air defence systems, and Kamikaze drones.
- The Navy's approvals cover multi-influence ground mines, shipborne unmanned aerial systems, and a testing facility for electric propulsion.
- The Air Force will acquire Fixed-Wing High Altitude Pseudo Satellites (FW-HAPS) to extend its operational reach.
Exam Facts
- The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) is chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
- The total value of approved defence acquisition proposals is nearly ₹52,000 crore.
- Specific systems approved include Akash Tarang, MPATGM, MRSAM, V-SHORADS, MIGM, NSUAS, and FW-HAPS.
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