MoD Acquires 8 Dornier 228 Aircraft from HAL for ICG, Boosts Aatmanirbhar Bharat

• Ministry of Defence signed a Rs 2,312 crore contract with HAL for eight Dornier 228 Aircraft and Operational Role Equipment for the Indian Coast Guard.
• The acquisition reinforces the government’s commitment to Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make-in-India, strengthening maritime security.
• The program is expected to generate significant direct and indirect employment, supporting MSMEs and ancillary industries.
• Defence Acquisition Council approved military hardware worth Rs 3.60 lakh crore, including a proposal for 114 Rafale fighter jets.
• The Rafale jet procurement aims to enhance combat readiness and address the Indian Air Force's declining squadron strength.