India Boosts Defense: DAC Clears Rs 79,000 Cr for Advanced Weapons

• Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) approved proposals worth Rs 79,000 crore for advanced weapon systems.
• Procurements include loiter munitions, anti-drone tech, and Pinaka MRLS rockets for the Indian Army.
• Indian Navy to acquire Bollard Pull Tugs, HF SDR manpacks, and lease HALE RPAS for maritime surveillance.
• Indian Air Force will get Astra Mk-II missiles, SPICE-1000 kits, and Tejas Full Mission Simulators.
• The acquisitions aim to enhance precision strike, drone detection, communication, and aerospace safety.

Why It Matters: India significantly upgrades its military with Rs 79,000 crore investment in advanced defense technologies.