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Informist, Monday, Dec. 29, 2025

 

--Defence panel clears proposals worth INR 790 bln for armed forces 

NEW DELHI – The Defence Acquisition Council, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Monday approved the acquisition of equipment worth INR 790 billion for the three Indian armed forces, the defence ministry said in a press release.

 

For the Indian Army, the council approved the procurement of loiter munition systems for artillery regiments, low-level lightweight radars, long-range guided rocket ammunition for Pinaka multiple-launch rocket systems, and an integrated drone detection and interdiction system Mk-II. "Loiter munition will be used for precision strike of tactical targets, whereas low-level lightweight radars will detect and track small-size, low flying unmanned aerial systems," the release said. "Long-range guided rockets will enhance the range and accuracy of Pinaka MRLS for effective engagement of high-value targets. Integrated drone detection and interdiction system Mk-II with enhanced range will protect the vital assets of the Indian Army in tactical battle area and hinterland."

 

The panel approved the procurement of bollard-pull tugs and a high-frequency, software-defined radio manpack for the Indian Navy. The council has also approved leasing a high-altitude long-range remotely piloted aircraft system for the naval forces. The equipment will assist naval ships and submarines with berthing, unberthing, and manoeuvring in confined waters/harbour, enhance long-range secure communication during boarding and landing operations, and ensure continuous intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance, and credible maritime domain awareness over the Indian Ocean region.

 

For the Indian Air Force, the panel approved the procurement of an automatic take-off and landing recording system, Astra Mk-II Missiles, a full-mission simulator, and SPICE-1000 long-range guidance kits. "Induction of the automatic take-off landing recording system will fill the gaps in the aerospace safety environment by providing high-definition all-weather automatic recording of landing and take-off. Astra Mk-II Missiles with enhanced range will increase the capability of the fighter aircraft to neutralise adversary aircraft from a large standoff range," the release said. "Full mission simulator for light combat aircraft Tejas will augment pilots' training in a cost-effective and safe manner, while SPICE-1000 will enhance the long-range precision strike capability of the Indian Air Force."  End

 

Reported by Krity Ambey

Edited by Saji George Titus

 

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