The Defence Ministry on Friday sealed a cope with state-run Bharat Dynamics Ltd (BDL) to accumulate 4,960 anti-tank guided missiles at a value of Rs 1,188 crore for the Indian Army.
The missiles, having a spread of 1,850 metres, may be fired from floor in addition to vehicle-based launchers and their induction is deliberate to be accomplished in three years, the ministry stated.
In the previous couple of months, the ministry finalised a spread of procurement tasks for the three forces to boost their general fight capabilities.
“The acquisition wing of the Ministry of Defence signed a contract with defence public sector undertaking Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) for supply of 4,960 MILAN-2T anti-tank guided missiles to Indian Army at a cost of Rs 1,188 crore,” the ministry stated in a press release.
The missiles are being produced by BDL below license from French defence main MBDA Missile Systems.
“These missiles can be fired from ground as well as vehicle-based launchers and can be deployed in anti-tank role for both offensive and defensive tasks,” the ministry stated.
“Induction of these missiles will further enhance the operational preparedness of the armed forces. Induction is planned to be completed in three years,” it added.
