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Army to get loitering munitions worth ₹1,577 cr
NEW DELHI: The defence ministry on Friday signed two contracts worth ₹1,577 crore with Tata Advanced Systems Ltd and Nibe Pvt Ltd for loitering munitions (or kamikaze drones) and associated equipment to boost the Indian Army’s precision strike capabilities
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- Why it matters
- The Indian Army gains domestically-supplied precision strike weapons to add to its combat capabilities against near-peer adversaries, reducing dependence on imports.
- Most affected
- Indian Army — Receives loitering munitions and associated equipment for precision strikes.
- Likely next
- Whether deliveries begin on the announced timeline and the weapons' performance in field trials or exercises.
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