India's Defence Ministry Seeks Rs 1 Lakh Crore Aircraft Deal, Favors Domestic Makers
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Why in news
The Ministry of Defence issued Requests for Information (RFIs) for a massive aircraft procurement to bolster the IAF and promote the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiative in defence.
Background
The Ministry of Defence is seeking 60 multirole transport aircraft (valued at ~Rs 1 lakh crore) and 150 trainer aircraft (valued at ~Rs 15,000 crore). The procurement prioritizes domestic manufacturers like Tata, Mahindra, and HAL.
Facts for Prelims
- FactThe multirole transport aircraft procurement is valued at approximately Rs 1 lakh crore.
- FactThe trainer aircraft procurement is valued at approximately Rs 15,000 crore.
- BodyHAL (Hindustan Aeronautics Limited) is amajorstate-owned aerospace and defence manufacturing company in India.
- S&TMultirole transport aircraft are designed to carry passengers, cargo, and equipment across various terrains.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how prioritizing domestic manufacturing in large-scale defence procurement contributes to India's strategic autonomy and industrial growth.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- reduction in import dependency
- job creation and MSME integration
- technological indigenization
- fiscal implications
Keywords: Atmanirbhar Bharat · Strategic Autonomy · Defence Ecosystem · Indigenization · Import Substitution
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