Defence Ministry pushes indigenous design for development of 1,000-kg aerial bomb for IAF
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Why in news
The Ministry of Defence has initiated the process to develop an indigenous 1,000-kg aerial bomb for the Indian Air Force to enhance self-reliance in defense technology.
Background
The project involves designing six prototypes followed by the procurement of 600 bombs. It aims for a minimum of 50% indigenous content and is expected to take approximately two and a half years to complete.
Facts for Prelims
- S&TThe indigenous bomb is designed to be similar to the Mk-84 aerial bomb.
- FactThe project targets a minimum of 50% indigenous content.
- FactThe procurement phase involves 600 bombs under the 'Buy (Indian–IDDM)' category.
- FactThe project will be executed under 'Make-II' (industry-funded) and 'Buy (Indian–IDDM)' categories.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the 'Make-II' and 'Buy (Indian–IDDM)' categories contribute to India's goal of achieving self-reliance in the defense manufacturing sector.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Industrial bottleneck: Transitioning from assembly to high-precision indigenous design for heavy munitions
- Fiscal strategy: Balancing industry-funded 'Make-II' models with government-led 'Buy (Indian–IDDM)' procurement
Keywords: Atmanirbhar Bharat · Indigenization · Defense Procurement · IDDM · Strategic Autonomy
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