India Readies For Big Action Against Terrorism; Emergency Purchase Of Weapons Worth Rs 2,000 Crore Approved

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New Delhi: In a decisive move to enhance the Indian Army's operational readiness against terrorism, the Ministry of Defence has finalized emergency procurement contracts totaling nearly ₹2,000 crore. Announced on June 24, 2025, these contracts—amounting to ₹1,981.99 crore—were signed under the Emergency Procurement (EP) mechanism to rapidly equip the Army with advanced, mission-critical technology and equipment.

Swift Action for Enhanced Security

The Ministry executed these contracts through fast-track procedures, prioritizing acquisitions that deliver enhanced situational awareness, reliability, mobility, and protection for troops involved in counter-terrorism (CT) operations. The process was completed with compressed timelines to ensure the Army’s immediate capability augmentation.

Key Equipment Procured

The procurement covers a wide range of modern equipment, including:

Integrated Drone Detection and Interdiction Systems (IDDIS)

Low Level Lightweights Radars (LLLR)

Very Short Range Air Defence Systems (VSHORADS) – Launchers and Missiles

Remotely Piloted Aerial Vehicles (RPAVs)

Various munitions, including Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) systems

Bullet Proof Jackets (BPJs)

Ballistic Helmets

Quick Reaction Fighting Vehicles (QRFVs) – Heavy and Medium

Night Sights for Rifles

Bridging Capability Gaps

According to the Ministry, these procurements are a testament to its commitment to modernizing the Indian Army with the latest technology. The EP route has proven to be a critical enabler in bridging urgent capability gaps and strengthening the operational effectiveness of forces deployed in challenging CT environments.