Defence ministry clears Rs 1.10 lakh crore acquisition proposals for armed forces
The Indian Defence Acquisition Council has approved procurement proposals worth Rs 1.10 lakh crore to bolster the Army, Navy, and Air Force. The initiative focuses on indigenous manufacturing, with 98% of the equipment expected to be sourced from Indian industry.
Why it matters
This represents a major shift toward self-reliance in India's defense sector and a significant increase in military modernization spending.
NEW DELHI: The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) on Monday approved the in-principle administrative clearance, or Acceptance of Necessity (AoN), for defence acquisition proposals worth around Rs 1.10 lakh crore.The approvals cover requirements of the Indian Army, Navy and Air Force, with about 98% of the procurements expected to be sourced from Indian industry, according to the defence ministry.Defence minister Rajnath Singh chaired the DAC meeting on September 7. Army to get CBRN vehicles, helicopters and bridging systemsFor the Army, the DAC cleared proposals for Chemical Biological Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) reconnaissance vehicles, High Mobility Vehicles, Self-Propelled Mechanical Mine Layers, Advanced Light Helicopters, Trawl Tanks and the Sarvatra Bridge System.The CBRN reconnaissance vehicles will be used to detect, identify, monitor and mark areas contaminated by CBRN agents.The High Mobility Vehicles are intended to support operational and logistical requirements and improve mobility in difficult terrain.
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