“Desi Defence Surge: DAC Unleashes ₹1.05 Lakh Crore Indigenous Arsenal Upgrade”

  • The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, has given the green light to a massive capital acquisition plan worth ₹1.05 lakh crore under the ‘Buy (Indian-IDDM)’ category.

  • This landmark decision ensures that all defence equipment specified under these acquisitions will be indigenously designed, developed, and manufactured within India, turbocharging the government’s push for self-reliance in defence manufacturing.

  • The approvals cover ten major proposals aimed at boosting the operational strength of the Army, Navy, and Air Force.

  • Key acquisitions include:

    • Armoured Recovery Vehicles for battlefield logistics

    • Advanced Electronic Warfare Systems to counter evolving threats

    • Integrated Common Inventory Management Systems for seamless logistics across the tri-services

    • Surface-to-Air Missile systems to strengthen air defence

  • The Navy’s arsenal will see a significant upgrade with:

    • Moored Mines and Mine Counter Measure Vessels to enhance underwater security

    • Super Rapid Gun Mounts for increased naval firepower

    • Submersible Autonomous Vessels for unmanned maritime operations

  • These procurements are set to deliver higher mobility, sharper air defence, and robust supply chain management, dramatically improving the operational preparedness of the armed forces.

  • The ‘Buy (Indian-IDDM)’ category mandates that all systems must be indigenously designed, developed, and manufactured, ensuring maximum participation of Indian defence companies and boosting the domestic ecosystem.

  • This move is expected to generate high-value jobs, foster innovation, and drive collaboration between public and private sector defence enterprises.

  • The mega push for local manufacturing comes at a time when India is sharpening its focus on maritime security, rapid response capability, and technological self-sufficiency.

  • The DAC’s decision marks a bold stride towards a future-ready, Atmanirbhar Bharat, with Indian ingenuity powering the nation’s defence might.

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