NEW DELHI, March 28 (APP): India approved defence acquisition proposals valued at $25 billion on Friday to bolster its military capabilities with new aircraft, missile systems, and other equipment.
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The Defence Acquisition Council gave the green light to purchases that will benefit the Army, Navy, and Air Force.
Key Items in the Package
The proposals include medium transport aircraft to replace ageing AN-32 and IL-76 fleets, additional Russian-made S-400 long-range air defence systems, and remotely piloted strike aircraft capable of both attack and surveillance missions.
Other items cover Sukhoi-30 fighter jet life-extension upgrades, armoured piercing ammunition for tanks, artillery gun systems, and aerial surveillance equipment for battlefield monitoring.
Strategic Context
These acquisitions come as India seeks to modernise its forces and recover from last year’s intense border clashes with Pakistan. The country has been actively diversifying its defence suppliers in recent years, including deals with France, the United States, Israel, and Germany, while still relying on Russia for critical systems like the S-400.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh led the council meeting. The ministry highlighted that India achieved record approvals and contract signings in the current financial year.
Overall, 55 proposals worth $71 billion have been cleared this year. Capital contracts signed reached another $25 billion — the highest ever in a single fiscal year.
Experts say the moves reflect India’s determination to enhance air defence, transport logistics, and unmanned combat capabilities. The purchases are expected to strengthen India’s position as the fifth-largest global military spender.