DAC clears capital acquisition proposals worth over Rs 54,000 crore to enhance defence capabilities

The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) of India, under the chairmanship of Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh, accorded Acceptance of Necessity (AoNs) to eight capital acquisition proposals worth over Rs 54,000 crore on March 20, 2025. The proposals include the procurement of 1350 HP engines for T-90 tanks, Varunastra torpedoes for the Indian Navy, and Airborne Early Warning & Control (AEW&C) Aircraft systems for the Indian Air Force. These acquisitions aim to enhance the defense capabilities of the Indian armed forces, especially in high-altitude areas and against submarine threats.