Armoured Vehicles To Missiles: Indian Armed Forces To Get Indigenous Weapons Worth Rs 1.05 Lakh Cr
The approved acquisitions are aimed at enhancing the mobility, combat preparedness, and overall operational efficiency of the Indian Armed Forces
In a major boost to India's defence capabilities and indigenous manufacturing, the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) on Thursday accorded Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for 10 capital acquisition proposals amounting to approximately Rs 1.05 lakh crore. The proposals are set to be procured through indigenous sources.
The decisions were taken under the chairmanship of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. The approved acquisitions are aimed at enhancing the mobility, combat preparedness, and overall operational efficiency of the Indian Armed Forces.
Key proposals include the procurement of Armoured Recovery Vehicles, Electronic Warfare Systems, an Integrated Common Inventory Management System for the Tri-Services, and Surface-to-Air Missiles. These systems are expected to significantly bolster air defence capabilities, streamline supply chain management, and improve the mobility of armed units.
In addition, AoNs were approved for the procurement of Moored Mines, Mine Counter Measure Vessels, Super Rapid Gun Mounts, and Submersible Autonomous Vessels. These assets will help mitigate threats to Naval and Merchant vessels, enhancing maritime security.
To further promote the government's vision of self-reliance in defence production, the approvals were granted under the Buy (Indian–Indigenously Designed, Developed and Manufactured) category.
The DAC's move marks another significant step towards strengthening indigenous defence production and reducing reliance on foreign suppliers.
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July 03, 2025, 19:39 IST
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