Aatmanirbhar Bharat Boost: MoD Contracts L&T for K9 VAJRA-T Guns
| 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 |