DAC approves defence procurement worth ₹67,000 crore to strengthen border security

DAC approves defence procurement to strengthen border security. The Defence Acquisition Council, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, sanctioned multiple procurement proposals worth nearly Rs. 67,000 cr to strengthen the nation’s military preparedness. 

According to the Ministry of Defence, for the Indian Army, Acceptance of Necessity, was accorded for the procurement of Thermal Imager based Driver Night Sight for BMP. This would enhance night driving capability of BMP and provide higher mobility and operational advantage to the mechanized infantry. 

For the Indian Navy, AoN was accorded for the procurement of Compact Autonomous Surface Craft, BrahMos Fire Control System and launchers, and upgradation of BARAK-1 point defence missile system. The procurement of Compact Autonomous Surface Craft will provide the capability to the Navy for detection, classification and neutralisation of threats in anti-submarine warfare missions.

For the Indian Air Force, AoN for procurement of mountain radars and upgradation of Saksham/Spyder weapon system was accorded. Mountain radars will enhance the air surveillance capability along and across the borders in the mountainous regions. The upgradation of Saksham/Spyder system for integration with Integrated Air Command and Control System will enhance the air defence capability, said the MoD in a statement.

AoN was also accorded for the procurement of Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPAs) for the three services. The proposed MALE RPAs can carry multiple payloads and weapons and operate at longer ranges for long endurance missions. They will significantly enhance round-the-clock surveillance and combat capability of the armed forces.

In addition, the DAC has also accorded AoN for sustenance of C-17 and C-130J fleets and comprehensive annual maintenance contract of S-400 Long Range Air Defence Missile System.