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In a significant development, the\u00a0Indian Defence Ministry<\/b>\u00a0has greenlit a proposal with\u00a0Rs.2,800 crore to bolster the Indian Army\u2019s artillery capabilities<\/b>. The plan involves acquiring approximately\u00a06,400 rockets\u00a0<\/b>designed for the\u00a0Pinaka multi-barrel rocket<\/b>\u00a0launcher systems<\/b>. The recent approval by the Defence Acquisition Council underscores the nation\u2019s commitment to fortifying its military prowess.<\/p>
Pinaka, A Homegrown Technological Market<\/p>
The\u00a0Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launcher system<\/b>, developed by the\u00a0Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO)<\/b>, stands as a testament to India\u2019s indigenous technological prowess. Named after the\u00a0bow of the Hindu god Shiva,<\/b>\u00a0Pinaka has not only garnered acclaim domestically but has also been exported to foreign countries, including Armenia. This signals a robust stride in India\u2019s defense manufacturing capabilities and showcases the global appeal of its military technology.<\/p>
Rocket Specifications<\/p>
The Defence Ministry\u2019s approval encompasses the acquisition of two types of rockets, namely\u00a0Area Denial Munition Type 2 and Type-3.<\/b>\u00a0These rockets are pivotal in augmenting the Pinaka system\u2019s operational range and effectiveness. The decision to procure these rockets from indigenous sources aligns with the government\u2019s \u201cMake in India<\/b>,\u201d initiative, promoting self-reliance in defense manufacturing.<\/p>
Key Contenders<\/p>
Two prominent contenders for the rocket supply contract are\u00a0Economic Explosives Limited of Solar Industries and Munitions India Limited<\/b>. The latter is a result of the corporatization of the erstwhile Ordnance Factories, illustrating the involvement of establishment players in India\u2019s defence manufacturing landscape.<\/p>
Private Sector Collaborations<\/p>
Private sector giants, including\u00a0Larsen & Tourbo, Tata Defence and Economic Explosives Limited<\/b>, have actively contributed to the Pinaka project. These companies have established production lines dedicated to the Pinaka system, delivering bulk supplies to the armed forces. The involvement of private entities underscores the synergy between government and industry in advancing defense capabilities.<\/p>
Trials and Testing<\/p>
Recent trials of the\u00a0Pinaka rockets at the Pokharan firing ranges in Rajasthan<\/b>\u00a0have demonstrated their efficacy. The forces conducted multiple successful test firings, validating the reliability and precision of the Pinaka system. The incorporation of automated gun aiming and positioning systems in Pinaka regiments enhances their operational efficiency, making them a formidable asset in the army\u2019s artillery modernization plans.<\/p>
Strategic Significance<\/p>
As part of larger artillery modernization plans, the Indian Army aims to deploy\u00a022 regiments of the Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launcher system<\/b>. This strategic move underscores the military\u2019s commitment to staying at the forefront of technological advancements, ensuring the nation\u2019s preparedness for evolving security challenges.<\/p>
In a significant development, the\u00a0Indian Defence Ministry\u00a0has greenlit a proposal with\u00a0Rs.2,800 crore to bolster the Indian Army\u2019s artillery capabilities. The plan involves acquiring approximately\u00a06,400 rockets\u00a0designed for the\u00a0Pinaka multi-barrel rocket\u00a0launcher systems. The recent approval by the Defence Acquisition Council underscores the nation\u2019s commitment to fortifying its military prowess. Pinaka, A Homegrown Technological Market The\u00a0Pinaka multi-barrel rocket […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":419,"featured_media":162357,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5229],"tags":[1475,69],"offerexpiration":[],"class_list":["post-162356","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-current-affairs-december-2023","tag-daily-current-affairs","tag-defence-current-affairs"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/162356","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/419"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=162356"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/162356\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":162358,"href":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/162356\/revisions\/162358"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/162357"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=162356"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=162356"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=162356"},{"taxonomy":"offerexpiration","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/offerexpiration?post=162356"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}