March 27, New Delhi: In a major boost to India's defense sector, the Defence Acquisition Council, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, on Friday granted Acceptance of Necessity (AON) for various proposals estimated to cost around ₹2.38 lakh crore.
Approval was granted for the Indian Army for the Air Defence Tracked System, Armoured Piercing Tank Ammunition, High Capacity Radio Relay, Dhanush Gun System, and Runway Independent Aerial Surveillance System.
The Air Defence Tracked System will provide real-time Air Defence Control and Reporting capability, while the High Capacity Radio Relay will provide reliable and fail-proof communication.
The Dhanush Gun System will enhance the artillery's capabilities to engage targets at longer ranges in all terrains with enhanced lethality and accuracy.
For the Indian Air Force, proposals were cleared for the procurement of Medium Transport Aircraft, the S-400 Long Range Surface-to-Air Missile System, Remotely Piloted Strike Aircraft, and the overhaul of Su-30 Aero engine aggregates.