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India's Defence Boost: Rs 79,000 Crore Military Hardware Approval Amid Rising Threats

The Defence Ministry has given the green light for major military hardware purchases totaling Rs 79,000 crore. This approval covers advanced systems for all three armed forces - Army, Navy and Air Force. The procurement includes everything from missile systems to landing platforms and autonomous target destruction technology. This significant investment aims to enhance India's defence capabilities across multiple domains.

Key Points: Defence Ministry Approves Rs 79000 Crore Military Hardware Purchase

  • Defence Acquisition Council approves proposals worth Rs 79,000 crore under Rajnath Singh
  • Army gets Nag Missile System for enhanced combat vehicle neutralization
  • Navy to acquire Landing Platform Docks for amphibious operations capability
  • Air Force receives approval for autonomous long-range target destruction systems
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Defence Ministry gives nod for buying military hardware worth Rs 79,000 crore

Defence Ministry clears major military hardware worth Rs 79,000 crore for Army, Navy and Air Force including missile systems, landing platforms and advanced torpedoes.

"The procurement of the tracked NAMIS will enhance the army's capability of neutralising the enemy's combat vehicles, bunkers and other field fortifications - Defence Ministry Statement"

New Delhi, Oct 23

The Defence Acquisition Council, at a meeting on Thursday under the chairmanship of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, approved various proposals of the Army, Navy and Air Force for purchasing military hardware worth a total amount of around Rs 79,000 crore.

For the army, Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) was accorded for the procurement of Nag Missile System (Tracked) Mk-II (NAMIS), Ground-Based Mobile ELINT System (GBMES), and High Mobility Vehicles (HMVs) with Material Handling Crane, according to an official statement issued after the meeting at the South Block here.

The procurement of the tracked NAMIS will enhance the army's capability of neutralising the enemy's combat vehicles, bunkers and other field fortifications, whereas GBMES will provide round-the-clock electronic intelligence of enemy emitters. The induction of HMVs will significantly improve logistic support to the forces in diverse geographical terrains, the statement said.

For the navy, AoN was granted for the procurement of Landing Platform Docks (LPD), 30mm Naval Surface Gun (NSG), Advanced Light-Weight Torpedoes (ALWT), Electro-Optical Infra-Red Search and Track System and Smart Ammunition for 76mm Super Rapid Gun Mount.

The procurement of the LPDs will help the Indian Navy to undertake amphibious operations along with the army and the air force.

The integrated sea capability provided by the LPDs will also help the Indian Navy to undertake peacekeeping operations, Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief, etc.

The induction of ALWT, which is indigenously developed by Naval Science & Technological Laboratory, DRDO, is capable of targeting conventional, nuclear and midget submarines. The procurement of 30mm NSG will enhance the capability of the navy and the Indian Coast Guard to conduct Low Intensity Maritime Operations & anti-piracy roles, the statement said.

For the air force, AoN was accorded for Collaborative Long Range Target Saturation/Destruction System (CLRTS/DS) and other proposals. The CLRTS/DS has the capability of autonomous take-off, landing, navigating, detecting and delivering payload in the mission area, the statement added.

- IANS

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Priya S
While I support defense modernization, I hope this massive expenditure also translates into more jobs and technology transfer to Indian companies. Atmanirbhar Bharat should mean real indigenous development, not just assembly.
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Rohit P
The indigenous development of Advanced Light-Weight Torpedoes by DRDO is commendable! This is exactly what we need - self-reliance in critical defense technologies. More power to our scientists! 👏
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Sarah B
As someone living in a border state, I feel more secure knowing our armed forces are getting modern equipment. The High Mobility Vehicles will be especially useful in our mountainous terrain. Jai Hind!
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Vikram M
₹79,000 crore is a huge amount. While defense is important, I hope the government is also allocating sufficient funds for healthcare and education. We need balanced development for a strong nation.
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Michael C
The Landing Platform Docks for amphibious operations show India's growing blue-water navy capabilities. This will significantly enhance our power projection in the Indian Ocean region. Strategic move!

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