Defence Acquisition Approvals

The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), led by Defence Minister, approved significant procurement proposals to enhance India's defence capabilities, particularly after Operation Sindoor.

Key Approvals

• Value: The DAC accorded Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for 10 capital acquisition proposals totaling ₹1.05 lakh crore.
• Indigenous Sourcing: All proposals emphasize indigenous sourcing to boost local defense manufacturing.

Notable Procurements

• Quick Reaction Surface-to-Air Missile (QRSAM) Systems: Procurement worth ₹30,000 crore approved for the Indian Army to enhance air defence capabilities.
• Other Systems:
  • Armoured Recovery Vehicles
  • Electronic Warfare System
  • Integrated Common Inventory Management System for the Tri-Services
• Naval Enhancements:
  • Moored Mines
  • Mine Counter Measure Vessels
  • Super Rapid Gun Mount
  • Submersible Autonomous Vessels

Strategic Objectives

These procurements aim to improve mobility, air defence, supply chain management, and operational preparedness of the armed forces while mitigating risks to Naval and Merchant Vessels.

Indigenous Development Impetus

• AoNs are under the Buy (Indian-Indigenously Designed Developed and Manufactured) category to encourage local design and development.