Defence Acquisition Committee gives its nod for defence purchases worth ₹79,000 crore
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Why in news
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) approved capital acquisition proposals worth approximately ₹79,000 crore for the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force.
Background
The DAC, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, approved procurement for three branches. Key items include Loiter Munition Systems and Astra Mk-II missiles for the Army and Air Force respectively.
Facts for Prelims
- FactTotal value of approved capital acquisition proposals: ₹79,000 crore
- PostThe Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) is chaired by the Defence Minister
- S&TAstra Mk-II: beyond-visual-range air-to-air missiles for the Indian Air Force
- S&TSPICE-1000: long-range guidance kits approved for the Air Force
- S&THALE RPAS and Bollard Pull (BP) Tugs approved for the Indian Navy
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of modernizing India's indigenous defense capabilities and the role of the Defence Acquisition Council in ensuring technological superiority.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Technological parity: Reducing reliance on foreign imports for high-end systems like Astra Mk-II and HALE RPAS
- Strategic autonomy: Strengthening the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiative through targeted capital acquisitions
- Operational readiness: Enhancing multi-domain capabilities through integrated drone detection and long-range guidance kits
Keywords: Capital Acquisition · Atmanirbhar Bharat · Strategic Autonomy · Modernization · Defence Procurement
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