Ministry of Defence signs ₹661.50 crore contract with BAPL for Indian Navy ships
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Defence procurement and indigenization: a GS3 case study on Atmanirbhar Bharat and maritime security.
Why in news
The Ministry of Defence signed a ₹661.50 crore contract with BrahMos Aerospace Private Limited (BAPL) to procure fire control systems and launchers for Indian Navy ships.
Background
The contract is part of the 'Buy (Indian-IDDM)' project. It features 68% indigenous content and aims to generate employment over a three-year period.
Facts for Prelims
- FactContract value: ₹661.50 crore
- FactIndigenous content: 68%
- PostRajesh Kumar Singh was present during the signing of the contract
- S&TBrahMos Aerospace Private Limited (BAPL) is the entity providing fire control systems and launchers
Prelims practice question
What is the percentage of indigenous content featured in the contract signed with BrahMos Aerospace Private Limited?
- (a)90%
- (b)45%
- (c)75%
- (d)68%
Show answer
Answer: (d) 68% — The note specifies that the contract features 68% indigenous content.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the 'Buy (Indian-IDDM)' initiative contributes to the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' vision in the defence sector and its impact on maritime security.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Indigenization of technology: Reducing reliance on foreign components for critical maritime strike systems
- Economic multiplier: Job creation and domestic manufacturing growth through high-percentage indigenous content requirements
Keywords: Indigenization · Maritime Security · Atmanirbhar Bharat · Defence Procurement · IDDM
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