New Delhi, July 29: The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), led by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, has greenlit two pivotal proposals aimed at enhancing the operational capabilities of the Indian Army and Indian Coast Guard.
Firstly, the DAC has granted Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for procuring the Advanced Land Navigation System (ALNS) Mk-II for the Indian Army's Armoured Fighting Vehicles (AFVs).
This state-of-the-art navigation system, designed to be spoof-proof with high-level encryption, will be sourced from Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Chennai, under the "Buy Indian-Indigenously Designed Developed and Manufactured (IDDM)" category.
The ALNS Mk-II boasts compatibility with multiple navigation satellite systems, including the indigenous Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS/NavIC), Global Positioning System (GPS), and Global Navigation Satellite System (GLONASS).
This multi-system compatibility, coupled with its integration with Defence Series Maps, ensures exceptional accuracy in navigation, a critical factor in military operations.
Secondly, the DAC has approved the acquisition of 22 advanced Interceptor Boats for the Indian Coast Guard. These boats, equipped with cutting-edge technology, are designed for swift interception and efficient operation in shallow waters.
They will be instrumental in bolstering the Coast Guard's capabilities in coastal surveillance, patrolling, search and rescue operations, and medical evacuations, thereby strengthening India's maritime security.
While the exact cost of these procurements remains undisclosed, these decisions underscore the government's commitment to modernizing the armed forces and equipping them with the latest technology to address evolving security challenges.
