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8 September 2026

Defence acquisition proposals approval

The Defence Acquisition Council's approval of major indigenous procurement projects is a direct and significant development in the government's 'Make in India' policy for the defence sector, which is a core theme in GS3.

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Notes

  • The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) approved acquisition proposals worth ₹1.10 lakh crore for the armed forces.
  • Approximately 98% of the approved procurements are planned to be sourced from the Indian industry, supporting the 'Make in India' initiative.
  • Army acquisitions include: CBRN reconnaissance vehicles, high mobility vehicles (HMVs), self-propelled mechanical mine layers (MMLs), advanced light helicopters (ALHs), trawl tanks, and the Sarvatra Bridge System.
  • Trawl tanks and the Sarvatra Bridge System are designed to enhance composite crossing capabilities in varied terrains.
  • Navy acquisitions include: Arudhra radars for air route surveillance and the indigenous design, development, and procurement of marine gas turbines (MGTs) for warship propulsion.
  • Air Force acquisitions focus on enhancing war-fighting capabilities for fighters, transport aircraft, and helicopters.
  • Additional approvals include ground-based multi-purpose jammers (GBMPJ) and the Defence Forces Secure Access Card (DEFSAC) system.
  • The DEFSAC system will replace paper-based identity documents with interoperable radio frequency identification (RFI)-based smart cards.

Part of a longer story

This is day 2 of 2 in Indigenisation of Defence Procurement, which has been running since 2 September 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. Analyze the significance of indigenous defense procurement in enhancing India's strategic autonomy and reducing dependence on foreign technology, with reference to recent Defence Acquisition Council approvals. 150 words
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  2. The 'Make in India' initiative in the defense sector is crucial for modernizing the armed forces while fostering domestic industrial growth. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in transitioning from a major defense importer to an indigenous manufacturer. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), which approves major procurement proposals for the Indian Armed Forces, is chaired by whom?

  2. What is the primary objective of the newly approved DEFSAC system for the Indian Defence Forces?

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