Bad News for Pakistan, China as India working on major defence projects, including 5th generation fighter jet and...
Bad News for Pakistan, China as India working on major defence projects, including 5th generation fighter jet and…
India Showcases Defence Might: In recent years, India's defence industry has grown tremendously, and the country has emerged as one of the major weapon exporters. India exported weapons and equipment worth Rs 23,622 crore in the Financial Year 2024–25. Now, this weapon export is expected to rise following th recent face-off with neighbouring Pakistan during Operation Sindoor. The government has prioritised both increasing defence exports and domestic manufacturing (Make in India).
During Operation Sindoor against terrorists and Pakistani aggression, India used several indigenous weapons including drones. India is now further advancing several defence projects to enhance its military capabilities, achieving self-reliance. Here are the five major upcoming defence initiatives: Project Kusha
India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), in collaboration with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), is developing Project Kusha, a long-range surface-to-air missile system. This ambitious project aims to create a system comparable to Russia's S-400 and S-500, with interceptor missiles boasting ranges of 150km, 250km, and 350km. Project 77
India's Project 77 aims to significantly enhance its naval power by building six nuclear-powered attack submarines. The government has authorized the construction of the initial two vessels at a Visakhapatnam shipyard. These submarines, powered by 190 MW pressurized light-water reactors, are projected to become operational by the mid-2030s.
FRCV Battle Tank
The Future Ready Combat Vehicle (FRCV) program, also called Project Ranjeet, focusses to build a next-generation main battle tank to replace old T-72 fleet of the Indian Army.
As many as 1,770 units have been planned for induction in three phases. This new platform will underpin the development of several vehicle types, such as bridge-laying tanks, self-propelled artillery, and combat engineering vehicles.
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This project involves the construction of advanced stealth guided-missile frigates which will be inducted to the Indian Navy. 7 to 8 frigates will be built for the Navy. The war ship will have enhanced firepower, indigenous radar systems, and improved stealth capabilities.
Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited and Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers are the top companies vying to construct new vessels for the Indian Navy, a project anticipated to substantially enhance India's naval capabilities.
Agni-BrahMos Duo
India's investment in defence infrastructure development, encompassing indigenous projects and strategic partnerships, signals a commitment to bolstering its military capabilities. This progress, including advancements in BrahMos and Agni missile technology, is likely to be closely observed by regional rivals such as China and Pakistan.
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