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Defence Ministry deal with BDL to acquire 4,690 anti-tank guided missiles

The Defence Ministry has sealed a deal with the public sector undertaking Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) to acquire 4,960 MILAN-2T anti-tank guided missiles at a cost of ₹ 1,188 crores for the Indian Army. The missiles, having a range of 1,850 metres, are being produced by BDL under license from French defence major MBDA Missile Systems. These missiles can be fired from the ground as well as vehicle-based launchers and can be deployed in the anti-tank role for both offensive and defensive tasks.

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The missile is being produced by BDL under license from MBDA Missile Systems, France. These missiles can be fired from the ground as well as vehicle-based launchers and can be deployed in Anti-Tank Role for both offensive & defensive tasks and will further enhance the operational preparedness of the Armed Forces.

Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

  • Minister of Defence: Raj Nath Singh.
  • Bharat Dynamics Limited Founded: 1970, Hyderabad.
  • Bharat Dynamics Limited Chairman & MD: Siddharth Mishra.

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