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While the Army, Navy and Air Force are doing whatever is required to maintain their battle effectiveness, there is a dichotomy that prevails in how New Delhi is dealing with China and Pakistan.
In 2023, the Indian Navy bolstered its maritime defense with the induction of INS Vagir, the fifth Kalvari-class submarine, enhancing capabilities in anti-surface warfare, intelligence, and surveillance.
The signal given by the Defence Acquisition Council indicates a contribution towards India's self-reliant Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
The procurement proposals were cleared by the defence acquisition council (DAC), headed by defence minister Rajnath Singh
Sources said these 15 maritime reconnaissance aircraft will be the marine versions of the C-295 medium lift tactical aircraft inducted by the IAF last year. Of the 15, nine will be for the Navy and six for the Coast Guard.