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The BrahMos missile contract is projected to create nine lakh man-days of employment within joint venture entities
In yet another stride towards achieving self-reliance in defence capabilities, the Indian Ministry of Defence (MoD) has announced the signing of five major capital acquisition contracts, aggregating to a sum of Rs 39,125.39 crore.
These include supersonic BrahMos missiles and engines for Mig-29 fighters in addition to weapon and radar systems.
The contracts, aimed at strengthening the Make-in-India initiative, were formalized in New Delhi in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane, marking another milestone in India's journey towards minimizing its reliance on foreign-origin defence equipment.
The suite of contracts encompasses a wide array of defence hardware, signaling a commitment to enhancing India's indigenous defence production capabilities.
Boost to Maritime Strike Capabilities
The two contracts with BrahMos Aerospace Private Limited (BAPL) for the procurement of BrahMos missiles and Shipborne BrahMos systems, valued at Rs 19,518.65 crore and Rs 988.07 crore respectively, mark a significant leap in the country's maritime strike capabilities.
These systems, renowned for their supersonic speeds and pinpoint accuracy, are poised to be a pioneer for the Indian Navy's operational effectiveness.
According to the Ministry of Defence, the BrahMos missiles would be utilized to meet combat outfit and training requirements of Indian Navy. This project is likely to generate employment of nine lakh man-days in Joint Venture entity and around 135 lakh man-days in ancillary industries (including MSMEs) of the country.
On the other hand, the Shipborne BrahMos missile system is the Indian Navy's primary weapon for maritime strike operations fitted onboard various frontline warships. The system is capable of hitting land or sea targets from extended ranges with pinpoint accuracy at supersonic speeds. The project is likely to generate employment of around 60,000 man-days over a period of 7-8 years, the Ministry of Defence said.
Indigenisation of High Value Critical Components
Another standout is the contract awarded to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the procurement of RD-33 Aero Engines for the MiG-29 aircraft, valued at Rs 5,249.72 crore.
This deal exhibits India's advancing prowess in defence technology, as these engines will be domestically manufactured at HAL's Koraput Division. This initiative is underpinned by a Transfer of Technology (TOT) licence from the Russian Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), ensuring a blend of global technology and local expertise.
The programme will focus on indigenisation of several high value critical components, which would help increase the indigenous content of future Repair and Overhaul (ROH) tasks of RD-33 aero-engines, the Ministry of Defence said.
These Aero Engines are expected to fulfill the need of Indian Air Force (IAF) to sustain the operational capability of the MiG-29 fleet for the residual service life.
Enhancing the Capabilities of Indian Air Force
Further driving the indigenous defence manufacturing agenda, Larsen & Toubro Limited (L&T) has been awarded two contracts, solidifying its position as a key player in India's defence sector. One of them is for the acquisition of Close-in Weapon System (CIWS) for Rs 7,668.82 crore to provide terminal Air Defence to select locations of the country.
The project will boost and encourage active participation of Indian aerospace, defence and associated industries including MSMEs. The direct and indirect employment generated by this project would be approximately average of 2,400 persons/ year over the period of five years, the Ministry of Defence said.
The second contract is for High-Power Radar (HPR) systems to the tune of Rs 5,700.13 crore.
It will replace existing long-range radars of lAF with modern Active Aperture Phased Array based HPR with advanced surveillance features. It will significantly enhance the terrestrial air defence capabilities of IAF with integration of sophisticated sensors capable of detection of small Radar Cross Section targets.
This series of acquisitions underlines the Indian government's dedicated effort to fortify the nation's defence infrastructure with home-grown solutions, thereby ensuring strategic autonomy.
These include supersonic BrahMos missiles and engines for Mig-29 fighters in addition to weapon and radar systems.
The contracts, aimed at strengthening the Make-in-India initiative, were formalized in New Delhi in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane, marking another milestone in India's journey towards minimizing its reliance on foreign-origin defence equipment.
The suite of contracts encompasses a wide array of defence hardware, signaling a commitment to enhancing India's indigenous defence production capabilities.
Boost to Maritime Strike Capabilities
The two contracts with BrahMos Aerospace Private Limited (BAPL) for the procurement of BrahMos missiles and Shipborne BrahMos systems, valued at Rs 19,518.65 crore and Rs 988.07 crore respectively, mark a significant leap in the country's maritime strike capabilities.
These systems, renowned for their supersonic speeds and pinpoint accuracy, are poised to be a pioneer for the Indian Navy's operational effectiveness.
According to the Ministry of Defence, the BrahMos missiles would be utilized to meet combat outfit and training requirements of Indian Navy. This project is likely to generate employment of nine lakh man-days in Joint Venture entity and around 135 lakh man-days in ancillary industries (including MSMEs) of the country.
On the other hand, the Shipborne BrahMos missile system is the Indian Navy's primary weapon for maritime strike operations fitted onboard various frontline warships. The system is capable of hitting land or sea targets from extended ranges with pinpoint accuracy at supersonic speeds. The project is likely to generate employment of around 60,000 man-days over a period of 7-8 years, the Ministry of Defence said.
Indigenisation of High Value Critical Components
Another standout is the contract awarded to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the procurement of RD-33 Aero Engines for the MiG-29 aircraft, valued at Rs 5,249.72 crore.
This deal exhibits India's advancing prowess in defence technology, as these engines will be domestically manufactured at HAL's Koraput Division. This initiative is underpinned by a Transfer of Technology (TOT) licence from the Russian Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), ensuring a blend of global technology and local expertise.
The programme will focus on indigenisation of several high value critical components, which would help increase the indigenous content of future Repair and Overhaul (ROH) tasks of RD-33 aero-engines, the Ministry of Defence said.
These Aero Engines are expected to fulfill the need of Indian Air Force (IAF) to sustain the operational capability of the MiG-29 fleet for the residual service life.
Enhancing the Capabilities of Indian Air Force
Further driving the indigenous defence manufacturing agenda, Larsen & Toubro Limited (L&T) has been awarded two contracts, solidifying its position as a key player in India's defence sector. One of them is for the acquisition of Close-in Weapon System (CIWS) for Rs 7,668.82 crore to provide terminal Air Defence to select locations of the country.
The project will boost and encourage active participation of Indian aerospace, defence and associated industries including MSMEs. The direct and indirect employment generated by this project would be approximately average of 2,400 persons/ year over the period of five years, the Ministry of Defence said.
The second contract is for High-Power Radar (HPR) systems to the tune of Rs 5,700.13 crore.
It will replace existing long-range radars of lAF with modern Active Aperture Phased Array based HPR with advanced surveillance features. It will significantly enhance the terrestrial air defence capabilities of IAF with integration of sophisticated sensors capable of detection of small Radar Cross Section targets.
This series of acquisitions underlines the Indian government's dedicated effort to fortify the nation's defence infrastructure with home-grown solutions, thereby ensuring strategic autonomy.
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