Day 36
Defence & SecuritySkim2026-02-12
DAC Clears Rs 3.6 Lakh Crore Defence Procurement
What Happened
The Defence Acquisition Council, led by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, approved capital acquisition proposals worth Rs 3.6 lakh crore on February 12, 2026. Major items include 114 Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft (Rafale), P8I reconnaissance aircraft, and High Altitude Pseudo Satellites across the three services.
Why It Matters
This massive clearance accelerates India's military modernization and self-reliance goals while addressing critical capability gaps in aerial combat and maritime surveillance.
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