DAC approves defence procurement proposals worth Rs 1.05 lakh crore under ‘Buy Indian-IDDM’

The Defence Acquisition Council approved Acceptance of Necessity for 10 capital acquisition proposals worth Rs 1.05 lakh crore, prioritizing indigenous defence manufacturing. Approvals include Armoured Recovery Vehicles, Electronic Warfare Systems, and Surface-to-Air Missiles to enhance mobility and air defence. The DAC also cleared procurement for the Navy, strengthening maritime safety through indigenously developed systems.