New Delhi: India’s Defence Ministry has approved defence procurement proposals worth ₹2.12 lakh crore for the country’s three armed services. The approved purchases include multi-role helicopters, long-range kamikaze drone systems and weapons, with approximately 82% of the procurement expected to come from Indian industries.
The proposals received approval on Monday from the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. The decision marks a major step in the government’s efforts to strengthen the operational capabilities of the Army, Navy and Air Force.
The planned procurement covers equipment intended to support a range of military requirements. Multi-role helicopters can perform different operational tasks, while long-range kamikaze drone systems are designed to strike designated targets. The package also includes weapons, although the report did not specify their types or quantities.
According to the announcement, the majority of the purchases will be sourced from Indian industry. This approach is expected to support domestic defence manufacturing and align with the government’s broader push for greater self-reliance in military equipment production.
The Defence Acquisition Council evaluates and approves major procurement proposals before they proceed through subsequent acquisition procedures. Approval at this stage does not necessarily mean that all contracts have been signed or that the equipment will be delivered immediately.
The report did not provide a detailed breakdown of the ₹2.12 lakh crore allocation among the three services, individual equipment categories or expected delivery timelines.
