The defence acquisition council (DAC) approved purchase of military hardware which will pave the way for more indigenous manufacturing of defense products and boost the military’s combat readiness.

Key highlights of approved proposals

• Astra Mk-II air-to-air missile: To sharpen the precision strike capability of the Indian Air Force.
  • It is Indigenous beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air missile (BVRAAM) developed by DRDO with a range beyond 100 km.
• Long-range guided rocket ammunition: For the army’s Pinaka multiple launch rocket system (MLRS).
• Integrated Drone Detection and Interdiction System Mk-II: With enhanced range and capacity to target drones, to protect vital assets.
• SPICE-1000 Long-range Guidance systems: Israeli-designed system made by Rafael Advanced Defense System, It will enable precise air-to-ground strikes at long distances across the border. 
• High Altitude Long Range (HALE) Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS): Ensures continuous Intelligence, Surveillance and credible Maritime Domain Awareness over the Indian Ocean Region.
• Indigenous loitering munitions for army: Also known as kamikaze drones/suicide drones. Unlike traditional UAVs that are used for surveillance, these are designed to attack targets directly.