March 20, 2025 6:47 PM

Defence Acquisition Council approves ₹54,000 crore procurement proposals

The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has granted Acceptance of Necessity (AoNs) for eight capital acquisition proposals worth over ₹54,000 crore. The approvals, aimed at strengthening the Indian Armed Forces, include key procurements for the Army, Navy, and Air Force. For the Indian Army, the DAC approved the procurement of 1,350 HP engines to upgrade the existing 1,000 HP engines in T-90 tanks. This enhancement is expected to improve battlefield mobility, particularly in high-altitude areas...