Rs 2,000 crore worth equipment to enhance Army's counter terrorism capability 

In a move to strengthen the Indian Army’s operational readiness in counter-terrorism (CT) operations, the Ministry of Defence has concluded thirteen contracts under the Emergency Procurement (EP) mechanism.

These contracts, amounting to ₹1,981.90 crore, have been finalised against an overall sanctioned outlay of ₹2,000 crore for the Indian Army.

Executed through fast-track procedures under the EP mandate, the procurement aims to enhance situational awareness, lethality, mobility, and protection for troops deployed in CT environments.

The acquisitions were completed within compressed timelines to ensure rapid capability augmentation, a defence spokesperson said on Tuesday.

The equipment being procured includes integrated drone detection and interdiction systems (IDDIS), low level lightweight radars (LLLR), and very short-range air defence systems (VSHORADS) launchers and missiles.

Also, on the shopping list are remotely piloted aerial vehicles (RPAV), loitering munitions, including vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) systems, various categories of drones, bulletproof jackets, ballistic helmets, heavy and medium quick reaction fighting vehicles, and night sights for rifles.

The EP route continues to be a key enabler in bridging urgent capability gaps and ensuring the timely induction of vital operational equipment.