Spy planes, minesweepers, missiles: How Op Sindoor has triggered a ₹1tn defence shopping spree
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Jul 4, 2025, 17:21 IST
These critical purchases through indigenous sourcing have been cleared by the Defence Acquisition Council, a move that reflects the Modi govt's heightened focus on national security and self-reliance in defence manufacturing
The Modi government has granted initial approval for three major defence acquisition projects and seven smaller ones, together valued at over ₹1tn. The procurement spans a wide range of cutting-edge systems, including specialised surveillance aircraft, advanced minesweepers, quick-reaction air defence missiles, and underwater drones.
These critical purchases through indigenous sourcing were cleared by the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by defence minister Rajnath Singh , on July 3 — just weeks after the Indian military launched Operation Sindoor in response to the Pahalgam terror attack.
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