Sunday, September 14, 2014

India identifies 15 weapon systems for export

Astra beyond-visual-range air-to-air missileThe Defence Research and Development Organisation, which is struggling to meet deadlines for delivering key military projects, is working on an elaborate weapons export plan to make inroads in the lucrative global arms market.

Backed by a government that seeks to transform India from the world's biggest weapons importer into an export powerhouse, the DRDO has identified 15 weapon systems that could help the country get its foot in the door in the international arms bazaar, DRDO chief Avinash Chander told HT in an exclusive interview.

The country’s top military scientist said the transformation was within reach, despite the organisation being saddled with delayed projects worth nearly Rs. 20,000 crore.

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