Amidst Operation Sindoor, Indian defence forces are set for emergency purchases worth Rs 40,000 crore to bolster combat readiness. The approved spending prioritises critical equipment like surveillance and kamikaze drones, missiles, and ammunition. Emergency powers expedite procurement, ensuring timely delivery within 3-6 months. Indian firms, including Bharat Electronics, are expected to receive orders.
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