In a significant boost to India’s defence preparedness, the Ministry of Defence has signed a ₹1,950 crore contract with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) for the procurement of two state-of-the-art Mountain Radars for the Indian Air Force in New Delhi.
According to an official statement, the acquisition has been cleared under the “Buy (Indian–Indigenously Designed, Developed and Manufactured)” category, reinforcing the government’s push for self-reliance under flagship initiatives like Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India.
The advanced radar systems have been designed and developed by the Electronics and Radar Development Establishment, a premier laboratory under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). The manufacturing responsibility will be undertaken by BEL, a leading public sector enterprise in India’s defence electronics sector.
These Mountain Radars are specifically engineered for deployment in challenging high-altitude terrains, enabling enhanced surveillance and early warning capabilities in mountainous regions. Defence officials noted that the systems will play a crucial role in strengthening India’s air defence network, particularly along sensitive border areas.
The Ministry emphasized that the procurement will not only significantly enhance operational capabilities of the Indian Air Force but also reduce dependence on foreign-origin defence equipment. The deal is expected to further bolster indigenous defence manufacturing, promote technological innovation, and generate employment within the domestic industry.
This development marks another milestone in India’s ongoing efforts to modernize its armed forces while simultaneously advancing its strategic goal of achieving self-sufficiency in defence production.
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