Brief by Defence Ministry Signs ₹661.5 Crore Deal With BrahMos Aerospace for Navy Ship Fire Control Systems, Launchers / 12:42pm on 06 Oct 2026,Tuesday International
The Ministry of Defence on Tuesday signed a ₹661.5 crore contract with BrahMos Aerospace Private Limited to buy BrahMos fire control systems and launchers for Indian Navy ships. The deal was signed under the Buy (Indian-IDDM) category in the presence of Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh. It requires at least 68% indigenous content, with Indian industries, including MSMEs, taking part. The ministry said the project is expected to create jobs over the next three years. The systems will strengthen the maritime strike capability of frontline warships. The contract follows the Defence Acquisition Council's August 2025 approval for the equipment. (PC: X)
