To enhance IAF efficiency, govt. to buy weapons locally

Source: The post is based on the article “To enhance IAF efficiency, govt. to buy weapons locally”  published in The Hindu on 25th August 2023.

What is the News?

Defense Acquisition Council(DAC) has recently approved capital acquisition proposals worth around ₹7,800 crore.

What are the projects approved by the Defense Acquisition Council (DAC)?

Electronic Warfare(EW) Suite: The DAC approved the procurement and installation of an Electronic Warfare Suite for Mi-17 V5 Helicopters. This will enhance the helicopters’ survivability. The EW suite will be procured from Bharat Electronics Ltd.

Ground-Based Autonomous Systems: These systems will be used by mechanized infantry and armored regiments for tasks like unmanned surveillance, delivering supplies, and evacuating casualties on the battlefield.

Light Machine Guns (LMG): The induction of LMGs will strengthen the capabilities of infantry forces.

Bridge-Laying Tanks (BLT): They will enable faster movement for mechanized forces.

Rugged Laptops and Tablets: The DAC approved the procurement of rugged laptops and tablets for the Army under Project Shakti. These will be sourced domestically.

Weapons for MH-60R Helicopters: To enhance the operational capabilities of the Navy’s MH-60R helicopters, the DAC approved the procurement of weapons for these helicopters.