MoD Signs ₹425 Crore Contract for Indigenous Marine Gas Turbine Generators to Strengthen Indian Navy

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed the ₹425 crore contract with the Bharat Forge Limited for the procurement of 12 sets of 1.25 MW Marine Gas Turbine Generators for the Indian Navy. This agreement was signed under the Buy (Indian) category and it represents the another step towards to strengthening the country’s self-reliance in the critical defense technologies. This project aligns with the government’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India initiative.

MoD Signs Contract with Bharat Forge

The Ministry of Defense has signed the contract on June 19, 2026 in the presence of the Defense Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh in New Delhi.

Under this new agreement, Bharat Forge will supply 12 sets of 1.25 MW Marine Gas Turbine Generators with a minimum indigenous content over 60 per cent.

The procurement has been executed under the Buy (Indian) category that prioritizes the domestically manufactured defense equipment and also supports the India’s goal of reducing the dependence on foreign suppliers.

What Are Marine Gas Turbine Generators?

Marine Gas Turbine Generators are critical power-generation systems which are installed on to the naval warships and combat vessels.

They perform several essential functions,

• Generate electrical power onboard naval platforms
• Support the advanced combat systems
• Power radar and surveillance equipment
• Enable operation of the communication systems
• Provide energy for the sophisticated weapon systems
• Ensure uninterrupted functioning of mission-critical equipment

Why This Contract Is Significant

The agreement marks the important milestone in India’s efforts to build the indigenous defense manufacturing capabilities.

• Will Strengthening the Maritime Self-Reliance
• Supporting The Aatmanirbhar Bharat
• Provide Boost To Make in India

Role of Marine Gas Turbine Generators in Naval Operations

Marine Gas Turbine Generators are often considered as the backbone of the modern naval combatants because they provides the electrical energy which required to operate key onboard systems.

Advanced combat management systems also rely on a stable and reliable power supply for the operational effectiveness.

This generators ensure the uninterrupted functioning of these systems during critical missions.

Modern warships uses the sophisticated sensors, radars, missile systems and electronic warfare equipment that requires the substantial amount of electrical power.

Marine Gas Turbine Generators enable these technologies to function efficiently.