Defence Ministry Finalises Rs 1,981 Cr Emergency Buys to Boost Indian Army’s Counter-Terror Capabilities

In a strategic push to strengthen the Indian Army’s counter-terrorism capabilities, the Ministry of Defence has concluded 13 high-priority contracts under the Emergency Procurement (EP) framework, with a total value of Rs 1,981.90 crore.

The fast-tracked acquisitions, sanctioned under a Rs 2,000 crore allocation for the Army, are intended to deliver critical upgrades in situational awareness, mobility, protection, and firepower for troops operating in “high-risk environments”, as per a press release by the government of India.

According to the release, the contracts, finalised through expedited procedures, are part of India’s broader effort to rapidly enhance front-line readiness in sensitive zones.

Officials noted that all deals were completed within compressed timelines to ensure swift induction of operationally vital platforms.

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Some of the key systems acquired include:

• Integrated Drone Detection and Interdiction Systems (IDDIS)
• Low Level Lightweight Radars (LLLR)
• Very Short-Range Air Defence Systems (VSHORADS) – including launchers and missiles
• Remotely Piloted Aerial Vehicles (RPAVs)
• Loitering Munitions, including Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) variants
• Multiple categories of drones
• Bullet Proof Jackets (BPJs) and Ballistic Helmets
• Quick Reaction Fighting Vehicles (QRFVs) – both heavy and medium variants
• Night sights for rifles

Atmanirbhar Push 

All the equipment being procured is indigenously developed, underscoring the government’s focus on building self-reliance in defence manufacturing. The Defence Ministry described the move as a reaffirmation of its commitment to equipping soldiers with mission-critical, modern systems tailored to India’s evolving security landscape.

“The Emergency Procurement mechanism continues to be a key enabler in bridging urgent capability gaps and ensuring timely induction of vital operational equipment,” as per the PIB release.