New Delhi : Ministry of Defence has signed contracts for procurement of improved Akash Weapon System and 12 Weapon Locating Radars, WLR Swathi (Plains) for the Indian Army at an overall cost of over Rs 9,100 crore.
In a tweet Office of Raksha Mantri informed that Ministry of Defence, on March 30, 2023, signed contracts for procurement of improved Akash Weapon System and 12 Weapon Locating Radars, WLR Swathi (Plains) for the Indian Army at an overall cost of over Rs 9,100 crore.
In reply to the tweet by RMO India, the Prime Minister said,“A welcome development, which will boost self-reliance and particularly help the MSME sector.”
The Akash weapons system is a surface-to-air missile system developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) of India. It is a medium-range missile system capable of intercepting enemy aircraft and missiles up to a range of 30 kilometers.
The Akash missile system was designed to provide India’s armed forces with an indigenous air defense system and reduce the country’s reliance on foreign weapon systems. The system is mobile and can be deployed in both standalone and networked configurations, making it suitable for use in a variety of operational environments.
The Akash missile system has undergone several successful tests and has been inducted into the Indian Army, Indian Air Force, and the Indian Navy. It has been designed with advanced technologies such as phased array radar, command guidance, and proximity fuse, which enhance its accuracy and reliability.
The development and deployment of the Akash missile system demonstrate India’s capabilities in the defense technology sector and its commitment to building indigenous weapon systems. It has also helped in reducing the country’s dependence on foreign arms and promoting self-sufficiency in the defense sector.