Army to get 100 additional K9 Vajra artillery guns as cabinet committee clears deal
India TodayThe cabinet committee approved the acquisition of 12 Su30 MKI aircraft along with 100 additional K9 Vajra self-propelled howitzers to strengthen the Army’s capabilities along the Line of Actual Control with China. The new artillery systems will feature upgrades for high-altitude deployment, ensuring India’s readiness to counter challenges in regions like Ladakh, where temperatures can decrease to -20°C. The K9 Vajra, a 155 mm tracked artillery gun, combines the firepower of a tank with advanced mobility and precision and was initially deployed in the Rajasthan desert. This deployment underlines India’s shift to focus its artillery strength against potential threats from China, complementing other advanced systems like Dhanush and the ultra-light M777 howitzers already stationed in the area.
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Army to add long-distance offensive capability, MoD inks Rs 7,629 crore Self-Propelled Artillery Guns contract
New Indian Express
Centre clears Rs 20,000 crore projects for Su-30 fighter jets, 100 K-9 howitzers
India TV News
Government starts process to buy 100 more K9-Vajras
The Hindu
Why L&T is offering the Indian army a homegrown artillery gun
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