Armed forces will get seaplanes, torpedoes, radars, proposals worth Rs 84,000 crore approved

The Defense Ministry on Friday approved procurement of military equipment worth Rs 84,560 crore to boost the overall combat capabilities of the armed forces. The proposals cleared by the Defense Acquisition Council (DAC) include new generation anti-tank mines, air defense tactical control radar, medium-range maritime reconnaissance and multi-mission maritime aircraft. The Defense Ministry announced that it has approved acquiring new aircraft and equipment for the Indian Navy and Coast Guard for better surveillance over large maritime areas of the country. The DAC approved the procurement of medium-range maritime reconnaissance and multi-mission maritime aircraft “to strengthen the surveillance and interdiction capabilities of the Indian Navy and the Indian Coast Guard (ICG).

According to a Reuters report, the government statement referred to the maritime surveillance version of the C-295 aircraft made by Airbus, and which will be manufactured in Spain and India. The Center also approved purchasing a system to attack targets that are far away and not visible, as well as a radar system to improve air defense against slow, short and low-flying threats. Has been approved. Additionally, he also mentioned acquiring advanced sonar for naval ships to detect submarines from long distances to stay ahead of potential threats.

The ministry said in the release that to enhance operational efficiency and supremacy in the tactical battle area for engagement of targets beyond the visual line by mechanized forces, the procurement will be carried out through AON (Acceptance of Requirement) under the Procurement (Indian-IDDM) category. Has been provided for.