What are the key features of the recent contracts signed by the Defence Ministry for Pinaka ammunition
The Defence Ministry recently signed contracts worth ₹10,147 crore for Pinaka ammunition.
- Contracts worth ₹10,147 crore were signed for the production of Pinaka missile systems.
- The contracts were signed with private industry partners for the supply of six regiments of the Pinaka weapon system to the Indian Army.
- The production will be carried out by Defence PSU Bharat Earth Movers Limited (BEML), Larsen & Toubro (L&T), and private sector firm Tata Power Company.
- These contracts will enhance the capability of the armed forces by providing advanced artillery systems.
- The Pinaka rocket system is an all-weather, indirect fire, free-flight artillery rocket system, capable of striking targets at medium range with high precision.
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