India's DAC Clears $25.1 Billion Military Procurement Package
India's Defence Acquisition Council has approved military procurement proposals worth approximately ₹2,380 billion ($25.14 billion), including air defence systems, tank ammunition, Dhanush gun systems, S-400 missiles, and aircraft for the Indian Army and Air Force.
Key Points
- DAC approved military proposals worth ₹2,380 billion ($25.14 billion)
- Includes S-400 missile systems, Dhanush gun system, and Remotely Piloted Strike Aircraft
- For 2025-26, DAC has approved 55 proposals worth ₹6,730 billion total
- Contracts signed for 503 proposals worth ₹2,280 billion this fiscal year
Full Details
India's Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) on March 27, 2026 approved a massive military procurement package valued at approximately ₹2,380 billion ($25.14 billion). For the Indian Army, the DAC cleared procurement of the Air Defence Tracked System, Armoured Piercing Tank Ammunition, High Capacity Radio Relay, Dhanush Gun System, and Runway Independent Aerial Surveillance System. The Indian Air Force received approval for Medium Transport Aircraft, S-400 Long Range Surface-to-Air Missile System, Remotely Piloted Strike Aircraft, and Su-30 aero engine aggregate overhauls. In the 2025-26 financial year, the DAC has approved 55 proposals worth ₹6,730 billion and signed capital procurement contracts for 503 proposals totalling ₹2,280 billion. Separately, the Ministry of Defence signed contracts worth ₹8.5 billion for Tunguska Air Defence Missile Systems and P8I Long-Range Maritime Reconnaissance Aircraft depot-level inspection.
Why It Matters
This massive procurement reflects India's continued focus on modernizing its armed forces and reducing dependency on foreign equipment through domestic manufacturing under the Make in India initiative.
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