Defence Ministry signs contract worth ₹5,083 crore with HAL for acquisition of military helicopters, surface-to-air missiles
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Why in news
The Ministry of Defence signed contracts worth ₹5,083 crore for the acquisition of ALH Mk-II helicopters for the Indian Coast Guard and Shtil missiles from Russia for the Indian Navy.
Background
The Ministry of Defence signed contracts on March 3, 2026, for six Advanced Light Helicopters (ALH) Mk-II (Maritime Role) and Surface-to-Air Vertical Launch–Shtil missiles. The helicopters are being procured from Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. (HAL), while the missiles are sourced from Russia's JSC Rosobor.
Facts for Prelims
- FactTotal contract value signed by the Ministry of Defence is ₹5,083 crore.
- S&TALH Mk-II (Maritime Role) helicopters are being procured for the Indian Coast Guard.
- S&TSurface-to-Air Vertical Launch–Shtil missiles are being sourced from Russia's JSC Rosobor for the Indian Navy.
- BodyHindustan Aeronautics Ltd. (HAL) is the designated supplier for the ALH Mk-II helicopters.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of enhancing maritime security capabilities through indigenous procurement and strategic international defense acquisitions for India's maritime security.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Strategic autonomy: Balancing reliance on Russian defense technology with indigenous manufacturing via HAL
- Maritime domain awareness: Enhancing coastal surveillance and anti-air capabilities in the Indian Ocean Region
Keywords: Maritime Security · Indigenization · Defense Procurement · Strategic Assets · Coastal Defense
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