DRDO has given quantum jump to India’s pursuit of self-reliance in defence: Chairman Kamat

NEW DELHI: (Jan 2) Twenty-two acceptance of necessity (AoN) have been accorded by government authorities for the induction of several DRDO-developed systems worth approximately Rs 1.30 lakh crore to be manufactured by Indian industries in 2025, officials said.

Addressing a gathering at an event, DRDO Chairman Samir V Kamat said the efforts of DRDO have given a “quantum jump” to India’s pursuit of self-reliance in defence as part of the ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ vision.

Some of the notable systems for which AoN has been accorded include integrated air defence weapon system (IADWS), conventional ballistic missile system, quick reaction surface to air missile system ‘Anant Shastra’, long range air to surface supersonic cruise missile (LRASSCM), integrated drone detection and interdiction system (IDDIS) MK II, beyond visual range air-to-air missile (BVRAAM) Astra Mk-II, according to an official statement.

Source: PTI News

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