Defence Acquisition Council clears Rs 52,000 crore proposals for Armed Forces
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Why in news
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) approved a procurement package worth Rs 52,000 crore to modernize Indian Armed Forces' capabilities in UAVs and missile systems.
Background
The DAC approved acquisitions for anti-UAV systems, missile systems, and unmanned aerial systems. Specific approvals included Multi Influence Ground Mine (MIGM), Naval Shipborne Unmanned Aerial System (NSUAS), and a Land Based Testing Facility (LBTF) for Electric Propulsion Systems.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyDefence Acquisition Council (DAC): The apex body for approving major defense procurements in India.
- S&TNSUAS: Naval Shipborne Unmanned Aerial System designed for maritime surveillance.
- S&TLBTF: Land Based Testing Facility specifically for Electric Propulsion Systems.
- FactTotal procurement value approved by DAC: Rs 52,000 crore.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of indigenous technological advancements in unmanned systems and electric propulsion for enhancing India's maritime and land security.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Technological sovereignty: Reducing reliance on foreign OEMs for critical anti-UAV and missile system components.
- R&D infrastructure: Necessity of dedicated Land Based Testing Facilities to accelerate indigenous electric propulsion development.
- Operational synergy: Integrating multi-domain unmanned systems to enhance real-time surveillance and mine countermeasures.
Keywords: Atmanirbhar Bharat · Defense Modernization · Unmanned Systems · Strategic Autonomy · Defense Procurement
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