India Signs ₹10,147 Crore Defence Contracts to Strengthen Army’s Firepower.
Defence
On February 6, 2025, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) signed defence contracts worth ₹10,147 crore to enhance the Indian Army’s firepower. These contracts focus on procuring advanced ammunition for the PINAKA Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) and upgrading critical software systems.
- The contracts were awarded to Economic Explosive Limited (EEL), Munitions India Limited (MIL), and Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) under this initiative. The signing ceremony took place in New Delhi in the presence of Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh.
- This move aligns with India’s ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ vision, promoting self-reliance in defence manufacturing while addressing modern security challenges.
- Economic Explosive Limited (EEL) secured a contract for Area Denial Munition (ADM) Type-1 rockets, designed to restrict enemy movement by dispersing sub-munitions. These rockets play a crucial role in targeting mechanized forces and enemy personnel.
Main Point :- (i) Munitions India Limited (MIL) was awarded a contract for High Explosive Pre-Fragmented (HEPF) Mk-1 (Enhanced) rockets. These advanced rockets offer greater range and precision, enabling deep strikes into enemy territory.
(ii) Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) will upgrade the SHAKTI Software, improving navigation, targeting, and firing accuracy for rocket artillery systems.
(iii) The PINAKA MLRS, developed by DRDO, has evolved since its deployment in the 1999 Kargil War, with the ability to fire 12 rockets in rapid succession up to 60 km, while its guided version ensures precision targeting, and future upgrades aim to extend its range beyond 120 km to enhance India’s defence capabilities.
About MoD
Minister : Rajnath Singh
Headquarters : New Delhi
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