After Op Sindoor, Army boosts air surveillance with Rs 725 crore radar bid
India Today
The move comes on the back of an enhanced capital outlay in the latest defence budget, aimed at expediting modernisation and critical acquisitions. Officials say the renewed procurement drive underscores the Army's intent to plug surveillance gaps and strengthen readiness in the wake of recent operations.
In the aftermath of Operation Sindoor, the Indian Army has accelerated its push to strengthen air surveillance and battlefield preparedness, reflecting a sharper operational focus following recent security challenges.
As part of this momentum, the Defence Ministry has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the procurement of 30 Low-Level Lightweight Radars, a deal estimated to be worth around Rs 725 crore. The radars will be acquired through the Fast Track Procurement (FTP) route to meet urgent operational requirements.
The move comes on the back of an enhanced capital outlay in the latest defence budget, aimed at expediting modernisation and critical acquisitions. Officials say the renewed procurement drive underscores the Army’s intent to plug surveillance gaps and strengthen readiness in the wake of recent operations.
A Request for Proposal (RFP) is a key initial step in India’s defence procurement process, through which the Ministry of Defence invites bids from prospective vendors, laying out the technical specifications and commercial terms for acquiring equipment.
The new radars are intended for use across a wide range of terrains, including mountains, high altitudes, plains, semi-deserts, deserts, and coastal areas. Their versatility is crucial for deployment in various operational theatres, enhancing the Army’s capacity to monitor and respond to aerial threats in diverse environments.
Integration with existing systems is a key requirement for the LLLR-I. The radars must be compatible with the Akashteer Command and Reporting module, including necessary gateway hardware and inbuilt software, and must satisfy the Army Cyber Group’s criteria for secure connection to the Army Data Network.
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