The Government of India has approved major defence acquisition projects worth ₹79,000 crore for the Indian Armed Forces, marking a significant step toward strengthening the country’s military capabilities and promoting self-reliance in defence production. The decision was taken by the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh during a meeting held in South Block, New Delhi, on October 23.
Overview of ₹79000 crore defence approval
According to the Ministry of Defence, the DAC granted Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for a series of high-value projects for the Army, Navy, and Air Force. These acquisitions are aimed at enhancing the combat readiness and operational efficiency of the Indian Armed Forces under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
What the Indian Army will get
The Indian Army received approval for several key systems designed to improve its mobility, intelligence, and firepower.
Approved projects include:
- Nag Missile System (Tracked) Mk-II (NAMIS)
- Ground-Based Mobile ELINT System (GBMES)
- High Mobility Vehicles (HMVs) with Material Handling Cranes
The NAMIS (Tracked) will enable the Army to neutralise enemy tanks, bunkers, and field fortifications. The GBMES will offer round-the-clock electronic intelligence capabilities, while the HMVs will enhance logistics and mobility across varied terrains.
“The induction of these systems will significantly improve the Indian Army’s ability to operate in challenging environments,” the ministry stated.
Defence upgrades for the Indian Navy
The Indian Navy also received several approvals, including for:
- Landing Platform Docks (LPDs)
- 30mm Naval Surface Gun (NSG)
- Advanced Light Weight Torpedoes (ALWT)
- Electro Optical Infra-Red Search and Track System (EOIRST)
- Smart Ammunition for 76mm Super Rapid Gun Mount
LPDs will strengthen the Navy’s ability to conduct amphibious operations, support the Army and Air Force, and participate in Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) missions.
The ALWT, developed indigenously by DRDO’s Naval Science & Technological Laboratory, can target nuclear, conventional, and midget submarines, enhancing India’s underwater defence capabilities.
The 30mm NSG and smart ammunition will bolster the Navy and Coast Guard’s ability to perform anti-piracy and low-intensity maritime operations.
What the Indian Air Force will receive
For the Indian Air Force, the DAC granted AoN for the Collaborative Long Range Target Saturation/Destruction System (CLRTS/DS) and other advanced proposals.
The CLRTS/DS system can autonomously take off, navigate, detect, and destroy targets with precision. It represents a major step in integrating AI and autonomous systems into India’s aerial warfare strategy.
Boost to India’s defence manufacturing
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted that India’s domestic defence production has reached ₹1.5 lakh crore, with the private sector contributing ₹33,000 crore. The latest clearances reflect the government’s focus on modernisation, indigenisation, and reducing import dependency.
The ₹79,000 crore approvals align with India’s goal of building a self-reliant defence ecosystem capable of meeting the complex security challenges of the future.
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