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The Indian Navy has signed a groundbreaking Rs 270 crore deal with Kirloskar Oil Engines to develop a domestically manufactured 6MW marine diesel engine. This project represents a significant step towards reducing India's dependence on foreign equipment manufacturers in the defense sector. The engine prototype will feature over 50% indigenous content, aligning with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of self-reliance in critical technologies. The initiative is expected to strengthen India's defense industrial ecosystem and save substantial foreign exchange.

Key Points: Indian Navy Inks Rs 270 Crore Deal for Indigenous Marine Engine

  • Indian Navy signs Make-I category project for indigenous marine diesel engine
  • Prototype will have over 50% local content
  • Reduces dependency on foreign Original Equipment Manufacturers
  • Supports PM Modi's Aatmanirbharta vision
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Indian Navy, Kirloskar sign Rs 270 crore deal for 6MW marine diesel engine

Indian Navy partners with Kirloskar to develop self-reliant 6MW marine diesel engine, boosting domestic defense technology capabilities

"This project will start the process in achieving self-reliance in marine engine development - Defence Ministry Release"

New Delhi, April 2

The Indian Navy has inked a project sanction order with Kirloskar Oil Engines Limited hunder Make-I category for the design and development of 6MW Medium Speed Marine Diesel Engine.

"The signing took place in the presence of Secretary (Defence Production) Shri Sanjeev Kumar and Vice Chief of the Naval Staff Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan at South Block, New Delhi on April 02, 2025," as per a Ministry of Defence release.

The prototype diesel engine with indigenous content of over 50 per cent will be developed at a cost of Rs 270 crore with 70 per cent funding from the Government of India. The order also includes development of detailed design for 3-10MW diesel engine. The developed engines will be used for Main Propulsion and Power Generation on ships of the Indian Navy and the Indian Coast Guard.

"Most of the diesel engines of higher capacity were being imported from foreign Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) till date. This project will start the process in achieving self-reliance in marine engine development in the country," the release read.

The Defence Ministry said it is a significant step in the ongoing efforts of the Government, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, to indigenise critical technologies and achieve Aatmanirbharta in defence. It will further strengthen indigenous capabilities, save foreign exchange and reduce dependency on foreign OEMs. It will act as a catalyst for the development of defence industrial ecosystem in the country.

Earlier in March, the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) approved a Rs 7,000 crore deal for the acquisition of 307 advanced towed artillery gun systems (ATAGS) for the Indian Army.

"In a significant milestone for India's defence sector, the CCS approved the acquisition of Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS) worth nearly Rs 7000 crore, marking a major step towards self-reliance in artillery gun manufacturing."

The ATAGS is an advanced towed artillery gun system featuring a long 52-calibre barrel, allowing for extended firing ranges of up to 40 km. With its larger calibre, the system ensures higher lethality, delivering increased explosive payloads while enabling automated deployment, target engagement, and reduced crew fatigue.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
This is fantastic news! 🇮🇳 Finally we're moving towards self-reliance in marine engines. The 50% indigenous content is a great start. Hope to see this percentage increase in future projects!
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Priya M.
While I appreciate the initiative, I hope the quality won't be compromised in the rush for indigenization. Marine engines need to be extremely reliable - lives depend on them.
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Amit S.
Kirloskar has been making quality engines for decades. They're the perfect partner for this project. This is how public-private partnerships should work!
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Sunita P.
The ATAGS approval last month and now this engine deal - defense manufacturing is really picking up pace! 👏 Hope the momentum continues with more indigenous projects.
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Vikram J.
Does anyone know how this 6MW engine compares to what we're currently importing? Would be interesting to see the technical specs side by side.
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Neha T.
The 70% government funding shows real commitment to Make in India. This will create jobs and boost our engineering capabilities. More such projects please! 🙌

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