Aatmanirbhar Bharat Boost MoD Contracts L&T for K9 VAJRA-T Guns
In a significant move towards enhancing the firepower of the Indian Army and advancing the goals of Aatmanirbhar Bharat, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) signed a Rs 7,628.70 crore contract with Larsen & Toubro Limited (L&T) on December 20, 2024. The procurement involves 155 mm/52 calibre K9 VAJRA-T Self-Propelled Tracked Artillery Guns, a cutting-edge addition to India’s artillery fleet. The agreement was signed in the presence of Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh at South Block, New Delhi, marking a key milestone in India’s defence modernization and indigenous manufacturing capabilities.
| Summary/Static | Details |
| Why in the news? | Aatmanirbhar Bharat Boost: MoD Contracts L&T for K9 VAJRA-T Guns |
| Contracting Parties | Ministry of Defence (MoD) and Larsen & Toubro Limited (L&T) |
| Cost of Contract | Rs 7,628.70 crore |
| Equipment Procured | 155 mm/52 calibre K9 VAJRA-T Self-Propelled Tracked Artillery Guns |
| Category | Buy (Indian) under Make-in-India initiative |
| Key Features of K9 VAJRA-T | – Long-range precision firepower – High rate of fire – Cross-country mobility – Operates in sub-zero temperatures and high-altitude areas – Equipped with cutting-edge technology |
| Strategic Benefits | – Enhances artillery modernization and operational readiness of the Indian Army – Strengthens firepower and adaptability in diverse terrains |
| Economic Impact | – More than nine lakh man-days of employment over four years – Active participation of Indian industries, including MSMEs |
| National Significance | – Flagship project under Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make-in-India initiatives – Boosts domestic defence manufacturing ecosystem |
| Operational Significance | – Enhances deeper strike capabilities with precision and accuracy – Reliable performance across extreme conditions |
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