Procurement of Water Jet Fast Attack Crafts, Fast Interceptor Craft, Electronic Warfare Suite (EWS), Next Generation Radar Warning Receiver, Advanced Light Helicopters for surveillance in coastal areas approved
Staff Reporter / New Delhi
The Defence Acquisition Council, DAC has approved five capital acquisition proposals amounting to over 21 thousand 772 crore rupees. The council under the Chairmanship of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today granted Acceptance of Necessity for the procurement of 31 New Water Jet Fast Attack Crafts for the Indian Navy.
Defence Ministry said these are designed to perform the task of Low-Intensity Maritime Operations, Surveillance, Patrol, and Search and Rescue operations close to the coast. In addition, these vessels will play an effective role in Anti-Piracy missions, especially in and around Indian Island territories.
The Ministry said the council has also accorded approval for the procurement of 120 Fast Interceptor Crafts. These vessels are capable of performing multiple roles, including escorting High Value Units such as Aircraft Carriers, Destroyers, and Frigates, Submarines for coastal defence.
It has accorded Acceptance of the Necessity for the procurement of six Advanced Light Helicopters for the Indian Coast Guard to strengthen Coastal Security and Surveillance in the coastal areas.
AoN for procurement of Electronic Warfare Suite (EWS) comprising External Airborne Self Protection Jammer pods, Next Generation Radar Warning Receiver and associated equipment for Su-30 MKI Aircraft was accorded by DAC. This system will enhance the operational capabilities of SU-30 MKI and protect it from enemy radars and related weapon system while carrying out a mission against enemy targets protected by Air Defence systems.
DAC accorded AoN for procurement of 06 Advanced Light Helicopters (ALH) M (MR) for Indian Coast Guard to strengthen the Coastal Security and Surveillance in the coastal areas. It has also accorded approval for the overhaul of T-72 & T-90 tanks, BMP- and engines of Sukhoi fighter aircraft which will enhance the service life of these assets.