Defence Ministry inks ₹4,106 crore contracts for military modernisation

The Defence Ministry has approved defence procurement contracts valued at ₹4,106 crore aimed at bolstering operational capabilities across the armed forces. The largest component of the deal comprises a ₹2,563 crore contract for the development and procurement of a dedicated communication satellite for the Indian Air Force, enhancing its surveillance and command-and-control infrastructure. The second major contract, valued at ₹1,543 crore, pertains to the acquisition of advanced torpedo systems for the Indian Navy, reinforcing its underwater warfare capabilities. The procurement decisions align with the government's broader defence modernisation agenda and emphasis on indigenous defence manufacturing. These contracts are expected to accelerate the pace of technology induction across critical military platforms while supporting India's defence industrial ecosystem. The exact timelines for implementation and delivery of the systems were not immediately specified.