Defence Ministry Clears Rs 2,000 Crore Emergency Procurement To Boost Indian Army’s Counter-Terror Operations

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has concluded 13 contracts worth Rs 1,981.90 crore under the Emergency Procurement (EP) mechanism to boost the Indian Army’s operational readiness in counter-terrorism (CT) operations.

"Executed through fast-track procedures under the EP mandate, the procurement aims to enhance situational awareness, lethality, mobility, and protection for troops deployed in CT environments," the MoD press release said.

Key equipment being procured includes Integrated Drone Detection and Interdiction Systems (IDDIS), Low Level Lightweight Radars (LLLR) and Very Short Range Air Defence Systems (VSHORADS)- Launchers and Missiles.

As reported yesterday, the Indian Army's order for 450 Nagasrea-1R loitering munitions is in line with these procurements. Bullet proof jackets, ballistic helmets, Quick Reaction Fighting Vehicles (QRFVs) – heavy and medium and night sights for rifles will also be procured.

An overall sanctioned outlay of Rs 2,000 crore was kept for these procurements and the acquisitions were completed within compressed timelines to ensure rapid capability augmentation, as per the MoD statement.

The focus is on equipping the Indian Army with modern, mission-critical, and completely indigenous systems to meet emerging security challenges. The EP route can help in bridging urgent capability gaps and ensuring the timely induction of vital operational equipment.