Indian Defense
Army Forces Conduct Synchronised Training Exercise In Bikaner’s Mahajan Field Firing Range
Army Forces including the Indian Army & IAF conducted joint exercise in Mahajan Field Firing Range of Rajasthan’s Bikaner. Watch special coverage here
With an aim to ensure no compromise is made to the nation’s protection capacity, soldiers in the Indian Army are practising ‘synchronised training exercise’ in the Mahajan field firing range of Rajasthan’s Bikaner. On-ground coverage done by Republic Media Network helped in understanding how ground forces and air force weapons came together in this training exercise to prepare the Security Forces to face every challenge that arises from the enemy. Recently, the Defence Ministry had procured 1000 engines of 1000 BHP for fitment in T-72 tanks of the Army worth Rs 2,300 crore under the “Buy & Make” category.
Speaking on the ongoing exercise, Capt Aman Virdi explained the significance.
“The current training along with T-72 tanks is going on to strengthen combat capabilities. Suppose if we are moving in enemy minefield and we are not able to judge how they are going to process, so during such emergency times, the plough will come down and we will be able to create a crossing in it,” added Captain Virdi.
The Captain informed that the extension added to the tank is the modification done to ensure Indian Forces are deployed with the most updated technology. “The tank can fire 3 types of round maximum range in 5000 mt starting from up to 2000 mt air targets, and it is used during ground attacks and currently we are training in the desert area,” added the Army official.
BMP-2- For firing, Protection And Mobility
While talking to Major Sanjay Gehelyan who was engaged in training with BMP-2 fighting vehicle, Republic TV learned that it is for the Indian Army’s Mobility, Firepower, protection and night vision.
“It is an Infantry Combat Vehicle – potent weapon platform for the troops of mechanise infantry which provides them fire power, protection and mobility during active oppressions. For fire power it has got 30 mm canon gun which can fire up to 4 km in day and night. It has missile launcher which can destroy any enemy target. A total of 10 soldiers can operate it at a time,” mentioned Major Sanjay Gehelyan.
Explaining the vehicle’s speciality, the Major also added that it can work in high-altitude and desserts. ‘It is a technology up to date with other armies of the world,’ concluded Major Gehelyan.
Rudra Aircraft- Sapta Shakti Command Training
Lastly, providing details on the Air Force training which also participated with ground fighters, Lieutenant colonel Rishi Dixit added that an annual field firing of Sapta Shakti commands was present at the synchronised training. According to the Lieutenant colonel, the training goes on all year round for the perfection of the Army Jawans.
Indian Defense
INS Arihant’s Nuke-Capable K-4 Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missile ‘Ready To Roll’
The solid-fuelled K-4 missile is being developed by DRDO to arm the country’s nuclear-powered submarines in the shape of INS Arihant and its under-development sister vessels. INS Arihant, which became fully operational in November 2018 to complete India’s nuclear triad, is currently armed with the much shorter K-15 missiles with a 750 km range.
“The K-4 is now virtually ready for its serial production to kick-off. The two tests have demonstrated its capability to emerge straight from underwater and undertake its parabolic trajectory,” said a source.
India has the land-based Agni missiles, with the over 5,000-km Agni-V inter-continental ballistic missile now in the process of being inducted, and fighter jets jury-rigged to deliver nuclear weapons. But INS Arihant gives the country’s deterrence posture much more credibility because nuclear-powered submarines armed with nuclear-tipped missiles are considered the most secure, survivable and potent platforms for retaliatory strikes.
Once the K-4 missiles are inducted, they will help India narrow the gap with countries like the US, Russia and China, which have over 5,000-km range SLBMs. The K-4 missiles are to be followed by the K-5 and K-6 missiles in the 5,000-6,000 km range class.
The 6,000-ton INS Arihant, which is propelled by an 83 MW pressurised light-water reactor at its core, in turn, is to be followed by INS Arighat, which was launched in 2017. The next generation of nuclear submarines, currently called S-4 and S-4*, will be much larger in size.
Indian Defense
After Upgradation, Sukhoi Su-30MKI Indigenisation To Reach 78%
India has received clearance to upgrade 84 Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter jets, which will result in 78% indigenization after the upgrade
In a significant step towards bolstering its military might with indigenously developed technology, India is poised to witness its Russian-origin Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter jets evolve into a domestic platform. Speaking at a recent lecture.
The upgrade program is being led by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) in partnership with the Indian Air Force and other partners. The upgrade is expected to cost US$7.5 billion.
This initiative is a part of a larger effort by the Indian Air Force to modernize its ageing fleet. Air Chief Marshal Chaudhari asserted the critical role of an offensive air force as demonstrated in current global conflicts and emphasized India’s move towards an indigenized arsenal. To this end, the IAF has been proactive, from upgrading its Mirage 2000 to enhancing its MiG-29 fleet.
In summary, the IAF’s commitment to updating their combat forces with the latest technology, including shifting to fifth-generation fighter jets, ensures operational preparedness and a strong deterrence capability. The gradual indigenization of its air fleet marks a pivotal shift in India’s defence landscape, reducing dependency on foreign imports and fostering technological sovereignty.
Indian Defense
Akash Weapon System Exports For The Armenian Armed Forces Gathers Pace
According to unconfirmed reports, Armenia is a top contender for an export order for Akash SAM system manufactured by Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL).
The Akash export version will also be slightly different from the one inducted by the armed forces. The 100-km range air-to-air Astra missiles, now entering production after successful trials from Sukhoi-30MKI fighters, also have “good export potential”, said sources.
Akash is a “tried, tested and successfully inducted systems”. Indian armed forces have ordered Akash systems worth Rs 24,000 crore over the years, and MoD inked a contract in Mar 2023 of over Rs 9,100 crores for improved Akash Weapon System
BDL is a government enterprise under the Ministry of Defence that was established in 1970. BDL manufactures surface-to-air missiles and delivers them to the Indian Army. BDL also offers its products for export.
Akash Weapon System
The AWS is a Short Range Surface to Air Missile (SRSAM) Air Defence System, indigenously designed and developed by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). In order to meet aerial threats, two additional Regiments of AWS with Upgradation are being procured for Indian Army for the Northern borders. Improved AWS has Seeker Technology, Reduced Foot Print, 360° Engagement Capability and improved environmental parameters.
The project will give a boost to the Indian missile manufacturing industry in particular and the indigenous defence manufacturing ecosystem as a whole. The project has overall indigenous content of 82% which will be increased to 93% by 2026-27.
The induction of the improved AWS into the Indian Army will increase India’s self-reliance in Short Range Missile capability. This project will play a role in boosting the overall economy by avoiding outgo of precious foreign exchange to other countries, increasing employment avenues in India and encouraging Indian MSMEs through components manufacturing. Around 60% of the project cost will be awarded to the private industry, including MSMEs, in maintaining the supply chain of the weapon system, thereby creating large scale of direct and indirect employment.
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