“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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