India to get this powerful anti-tank missile system and 5,000 units of…, MoD inks Rs 2,500 crore contract with…

In a significant development, the Ministry of Defence has signed a contract for the acquisition of the Nag Missile System (NAMIS) tracked version. The contract also includes 5,000 light vehicles which will be used in different units of the Armed Forces. The contract is worth Rs 2,500 crore. As per the official statement by the Defence Ministry, the contract was signed with Armoured Vehicle Nigam Limited for the procurement of the Nag Missile System (NAMIS).

“Ministry of Defence has signed a contract with Armoured Vehicle Nigam Limited for the procurement of Nag Missile System (NAMIS) Tracked version of anti-tank weapon platform and Force Motors Ltd & Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd for around 5,000 Light Vehicles for the Armed Forces at a total cost of around Rs 2,500 crore,” the ministry’s statement read.

The Ministry of Defence awarded contracts totaling Rs 1801.34 crore for the procurement of the ‘Made in India’ NAMIS(Tr) weapon system. The contracts, signed on March 27th in New Delhi with Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh present, involve the purchase of equipment designed and manufactured within India.

State-Of-The-Art Anti-Tank System

The state-of-the-art anti-tank system is specifically developed for the Indian Army and to enhance its Mechanised Infantry’s strength. It will enhance the Army’s operational readiness, improving its ability to effectively conduct various military operations.

Most Sophisticated Anti-Tank Weapon System

It is noteworthy that NAMIS (Tr) is one of the most advanced anti-tank weapon system which is loaded with fire-and-forget anti-tank missile and sighting system for advanced lethality.

5,000 Light Vehicles

The Ministry of Defence announced plans to majorly upgrade mechanised warfare capabilities with a new weapon system. The contracts were awarded to Force Motors Ltd and Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd for the supply of 5,000 light vehicles.

These modern vehicles are designed as per contemporary vehicle technology with enhanced engine power to cater to a payload of 800 kg. They will provide mobility to the Armed Forces in all types of terrain and operational conditions. These vehicles will enhance the Armed Forces’ mobility across diverse terrains and operational environments.

These vehicles are specifically designed as per contemporary vehicle technology. the light weight vehicles will also have enhanced engine power to cater to a payload of 800 kg.

The light vehicles will enhance the Armed Forces’ mobility across diverse terrains and operational environments.

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