Arjun Mark1A Current Affairs, GK & News
Main Battle Tank Arjun Mark1A is the latest version of Arjun tank. It is fully designed and developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). The Defence Ministry recently cleared the induction of 118 of these tanks worth Rs.8,400 crore into the Indian Army. These tanks are to form 2 regiments in the Armoured Corps. They will be produced by the Ordinance Factory Board’s Heavy Vehicle Factor in Avadi.
DAC approves Acquisition Proposals of Three Armed Forces
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has approved the acquisition of 118 Arjun Mark 1A tanks on February 23, 2021. Highlights The approval was given for the Indian Army at a cost of ₹6,000 crores. This move will be a boost for the indigenisation in defence sector. The approval was given for 58-tonne weight DRDO-developed tanks. ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2021
Category: Defence Current Affairs
Topics: Arjun Mark 1A tanks • Arjun Mark1A • Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) • Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) • Nag missile