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The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) in its sitting held on Tuesday the 3rd of December 2024 accroved acquisition of five defence deals worth aound Rs 21,000 crore.

According to details relased by the Ministry of Defence (MoD) the DAC granted AoN for the procurement of 31 New Water Jet Fast Attack Crafts (NWJFACs) for the Indian Navy, an official statement said.

These are designed to perform the task of low intensity maritime operations, surveillance, patrol, and Search and Rescue (SAR) operations close to the coast.

Besides, these vessels will play an effective role in anti-piracy missions, especially in and around our Island territories.

The Defence Minister Rajnath Singh heads the DAC.

Approval was also accorded for procurement of 120 Fast Interceptor Craft (FIC-1). These vessels are capable to perform multiple roles, including escorting high value units such as aircraft carriers, destroyers, and frigates, submarines for coastal defence.

The MoD is also all set to procure new electronics for Su-30 MKI which among other things includes Electronic Warfare Suite (EWS) comprising external airborne self protection jammer pods, next generation radar warning receiver and associated equipment.

This system will enhance the operational capabilities of SU-30 MKI and protect it from enemy radars and related weapon systems while carrying out a mission against enemy targets protected by air defence systems.

DAC accorded AoN for procurement of six Advanced Light Helicopters (ALH) M (MR) for Indian Coast Guard to strengthen the coastal security and surveillance in the coastal areas. It has also accorded approval for the overhaul of T-72 and T-90 tanks, BMP- and engines of Sukhoi fighter aircraft which will enhance the service life of these assets.