India's Defence Indigenization Rises from 30% to 55% in 2014!

[Chanakya's_Chant]

A look at India's achievements in military systems in 2014

The Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) continued on the path of building self-reliance. The production value of DRDO developed systems inducted or cleared for acquisition (excluding strategic systems) crossed Rs 1,70,000 crores.
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The Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) continued on the path of building self-reliance. The production value of DRDO developed systems inducted or cleared for acquisition (excluding strategic systems) crossed Rs 1,70,000 crores ($27 Billion). The year 2014 witnessed yet another series of accomplishments with enormous potential to further enhance the level of self-reliance in defence technologies.

AGNI-4​

The 4,000 km range road mobile ballistic missile AGNI-4, was successfully flight tested twice. Among the development flights, the flight test on 20 January 2014 paved the way for flight test on 02 December, 2014 by the armed forces. Agni 4 is equipped with the state-of-the-art avionics, 5th Generation On board Computer and Distributed Architecture. It is also equipped with the latest features to correct and guide it for inflight disturbances. With Agni 1, 2, 3 and Prithvi already in India’s arsenal, Agni 4 further extends the reach and enhances effective deterrence capability. Besides, practice cum training launches of strategic missiles which are already inducted, such as Agni-1, Agni-2, P-II and Dhanush were carried out by the armed forces.
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Nirbhay Sub-Sonic Cruise Missile​

Nirbhay, the 1000 km class long range sub-sonic cruise missile was successfully flight tested on 17 October, 2014. The flight lasted over one hour and met all the mission objectives with the missile following the predefined trajectory with very high accuracy throughout its path. The maiden flight of PDV exo-atmospheric interceptor on 27 April 2014 was a significant milestone in the direction of developing a two layered Ballistic Missile Defence System. In addition to the interceptor itself, the two stage target for mimicking a "hostile Ballistic Missile approaching from more than 2000 km away" too was specially developed for the mission.
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Akash SAM​

Production and induction of Akash, the medium range air defence system with multi-target, multi directional capability was another remarkable achievement. Several squadrons of Akash (Air Force) have been inducted, with specified number of missiles from each production lot undergoing comprehensive flight tests in various operational modes before acceptance of the lot. Akash (Army) has been accepted and is undergoing its induction process. LRSAM, the Long Range Surface-to-Air Missile was successfully tested against a flying target in Israel on 10 November 2014. Successful trials of Helina, a “Lock-On Before Launch (Fire & Forget)” third generation Anti-tank Guided missile that can attack in both direct and top attack mode was integrated with Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH). The missile with capability to defeat futuristic armors underwent successful field trials on 27 June 2014. ASTRA-BVR (Beyond Visual Range) Air-to-Air missile was successfully tested from a Su-30 MKI by the Indian Air Force, demonstrating interception of an electronically simulated target at long range. The series of tests conducted have demonstrated the aerodynamic characteristics of the missiles and its repeatability, robustness and endurance capability as a weapon system. A 1,000 kg class Guided Glide Bomb was designed, developed and successfully tested. The bomb, after getting released by the aircraft and guided by onboard navigation system is capable of gliding accurately to its target even 100 km away. Over thirty missions such as launches of strategic and tactical guided missiles kept the Integrated Test Range, the only one in the country, heavily engaged with activities throughout the year.
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HAL LCH​

A four km long Rail Track Rocket Sled (RTRS) Penta Rail Supersonic Track, a national test facility was established and made operational, bringing India among a handful of countries in the world now possessing this unique test facility. The RTRS will facilitate testing and evaluation of a wide range of critical systems such as payload for manned missions of ISRO, the navigation system for missiles and aircrafts, proximity fuses for advanced warheads, fuses for armament systems parachutes for payload delivery and arrester systems for aircraft such as LCA.
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ARJUN MARK II MBT​

An Advanced Parachute System meeting stringent requirements of Human Space Program (HSP-II) was designed, developed and successfully evaluated by DRDO. The system developed for India’s manned space missions was successfully proven with the recovery of Moon Mission Crew Capsule flown into space by the GSLV Mk-III on 18 December 2014. The parachute deployment system functioned perfectly and achieved the required descent rate. A Heavy Drop System (P-16) for dropping from IL 76 heavy lift aircraft was developed and is undergoing user assisted trials. The system consisting of a platform system suitably designed for harnessing and mounting of variety of payloads of 16 tones class and a highly advanced parachute system to drop loads. The load typically consists of military stores such as vehicles (including BMP class), supplies and ammunition. The first indigenously designed and developed Inflatable Radom to serve as a shelter to provide controlled environment for effective and continuous 24x7 functioning of sensitive systems such as RADARs for civil and military applications was installed. The inflatable structure consists of hemispherical envelope of coated fabrics with airlock tunnel, centrifugal air blowers, packaged air conditioners, electrical control system and emergency generator.
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INS KOLKATA​

Phase-IV of user trials of Arjun Main Battle Tank Mk-II, that included trench crossing and step climbing capabilities, were successfully completed. Development of Arjun Catapult 130mm Self-Propelled Artillery Gun, a blend of 130 mm SP Art Gun with Arjun chassis has been completed as per GSQR. DRDO internal trial validation has been completed and the Arjun Catapult is ready for user trials. User demo trials of Pinaka Mk- II rockets with enhanced range were successfully conducted.
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DRDO Airborne Early Warning & Control (AEW&C)
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Successful User Assisted Technical Trials (UATT) of CBRN Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV) and Multi-Purpose Decontamination System (MPDS) were carried out. User and DGQA trials of BMCS (Bi-Modular Charge System) using both Soltam and Bofors guns were completed and the trials included validation of manufacturing process. Dynamic trials of 120mm Penetration-cum-Blast (PCB) ammunition for MBT Arjun Mk II were conducted successfully.

A man-portable modular military bridging system suitable for rapid deployment in mountainous regions and capable of bridging gaps up to 35m successfully completed user assisted technical trials. The modules weighing less than 18 kg each allow the bridge to be constructed from near-bank without any access to far-bank. A 35m bridge can be launched in about one hour.

“NABHRATHNA”, a Flying Test Bed (FTB) based on a Dornier aircraft acquired from HAL was realized. The FTB serves as a test bed platform for evaluation of airborne Radars. FTB sorties with Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and Maritime Patrol Airborne Radar (MPAR) have been taken up successfully.
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INS VIKRANT (IAC I) Under Construction​

Dhruva-3, the latest in a series of indigenous High Performance Computing Systems designed for solving mission critical Defence R&D applications and one of the fastest computing facilities in the country became operational.

ALTAS was realized with establishment of Towed array SONAR technology with 100% indigenous capabilities with two production centres. The system is designed to detect and identify submarines and underwater weapons. First technical trial on ALTAS has been conducted with satisfactory results. ABHAY and HUMSA-UG compact sonars, ideal for fitment on smaller platforms for surveillance purposes and having advantages of reduced installation and maintenance load on the technical personnel were installed on two platforms and are undergoing technical trials. The hull mounted sonar HUMSA-NG has been installed onboard INS Kolkata and INS Komorta. Varunastra, the heavy weight torpedo and Maareech, the decoy system for defence against torpedo attacks successfully completed 10 and 12 sets of user evaluation trials respectively.
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The life sciences labs of DRDO continued its efforts with full vigour to develop soldier support systems and processes to help the soldiers perform effectively in diverse and harsh terrain and climatic conditions in the country. Submarine Escape Set 120 M to assist safe escape from underwater vessels from depths up to 120m is undergoing trials. Mark I version is already in production. ‘Telemedicine System’ has been accepted for induction in Indian Navy. The system capable of exchange of vital medical information and advice in a secure manner through multiple channels (including Satcom) will be installed in various Indian Navy ships as well as remote naval units.​

Source:- Defence News - A look at India's achievements in military systems in 2014

 

[zip]

DRDO is doing well in various field ..We should give credit to them ...but sad thing is they are no where to be seen in college campuses for recruiting bright talents ..All multinational companies are miles ahead in this area

 

[Dash]

A look at India's achievements in military systems in 2014

The Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) continued on the path of building self-reliance. The production value of DRDO developed systems inducted or cleared for acquisition (excluding strategic systems) crossed Rs 1,70,000 crores.
​

The Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) continued on the path of building self-reliance. The production value of DRDO developed systems inducted or cleared for acquisition (excluding strategic systems) crossed Rs 1,70,000 crores ($27 Billion). The year 2014 witnessed yet another series of accomplishments with enormous potential to further enhance the level of self-reliance in defence technologies.

AGNI-4​

The 4,000 km range road mobile ballistic missile AGNI-4, was successfully flight tested twice. Among the development flights, the flight test on 20 January 2014 paved the way for flight test on 02 December, 2014 by the armed forces. Agni 4 is equipped with the state-of-the-art avionics, 5th Generation On board Computer and Distributed Architecture. It is also equipped with the latest features to correct and guide it for inflight disturbances. With Agni 1, 2, 3 and Prithvi already in India’s arsenal, Agni 4 further extends the reach and enhances effective deterrence capability. Besides, practice cum training launches of strategic missiles which are already inducted, such as Agni-1, Agni-2, P-II and Dhanush were carried out by the armed forces.
​

Nirbhay Sub-Sonic Cruise Missile​

Nirbhay, the 1000 km class long range sub-sonic cruise missile was successfully flight tested on 17 October, 2014. The flight lasted over one hour and met all the mission objectives with the missile following the predefined trajectory with very high accuracy throughout its path. The maiden flight of PDV exo-atmospheric interceptor on 27 April 2014 was a significant milestone in the direction of developing a two layered Ballistic Missile Defence System. In addition to the interceptor itself, the two stage target for mimicking a "hostile Ballistic Missile approaching from more than 2000 km away" too was specially developed for the mission.
​

Akash SAM​

Production and induction of Akash, the medium range air defence system with multi-target, multi directional capability was another remarkable achievement. Several squadrons of Akash (Air Force) have been inducted, with specified number of missiles from each production lot undergoing comprehensive flight tests in various operational modes before acceptance of the lot. Akash (Army) has been accepted and is undergoing its induction process. LRSAM, the Long Range Surface-to-Air Missile was successfully tested against a flying target in Israel on 10 November 2014. Successful trials of Helina, a “Lock-On Before Launch (Fire & Forget)” third generation Anti-tank Guided missile that can attack in both direct and top attack mode was integrated with Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH). The missile with capability to defeat futuristic armors underwent successful field trials on 27 June 2014. ASTRA-BVR (Beyond Visual Range) Air-to-Air missile was successfully tested from a Su-30 MKI by the Indian Air Force, demonstrating interception of an electronically simulated target at long range. The series of tests conducted have demonstrated the aerodynamic characteristics of the missiles and its repeatability, robustness and endurance capability as a weapon system. A 1,000 kg class Guided Glide Bomb was designed, developed and successfully tested. The bomb, after getting released by the aircraft and guided by onboard navigation system is capable of gliding accurately to its target even 100 km away. Over thirty missions such as launches of strategic and tactical guided missiles kept the Integrated Test Range, the only one in the country, heavily engaged with activities throughout the year.
​

HAL LCH​

A four km long Rail Track Rocket Sled (RTRS) Penta Rail Supersonic Track, a national test facility was established and made operational, bringing India among a handful of countries in the world now possessing this unique test facility. The RTRS will facilitate testing and evaluation of a wide range of critical systems such as payload for manned missions of ISRO, the navigation system for missiles and aircrafts, proximity fuses for advanced warheads, fuses for armament systems parachutes for payload delivery and arrester systems for aircraft such as LCA.
​

ARJUN MARK II MBT​

An Advanced Parachute System meeting stringent requirements of Human Space Program (HSP-II) was designed, developed and successfully evaluated by DRDO. The system developed for India’s manned space missions was successfully proven with the recovery of Moon Mission Crew Capsule flown into space by the GSLV Mk-III on 18 December 2014. The parachute deployment system functioned perfectly and achieved the required descent rate. A Heavy Drop System (P-16) for dropping from IL 76 heavy lift aircraft was developed and is undergoing user assisted trials. The system consisting of a platform system suitably designed for harnessing and mounting of variety of payloads of 16 tones class and a highly advanced parachute system to drop loads. The load typically consists of military stores such as vehicles (including BMP class), supplies and ammunition. The first indigenously designed and developed Inflatable Radom to serve as a shelter to provide controlled environment for effective and continuous 24x7 functioning of sensitive systems such as RADARs for civil and military applications was installed. The inflatable structure consists of hemispherical envelope of coated fabrics with airlock tunnel, centrifugal air blowers, packaged air conditioners, electrical control system and emergency generator.
​

INS KOLKATA​

Phase-IV of user trials of Arjun Main Battle Tank Mk-II, that included trench crossing and step climbing capabilities, were successfully completed. Development of Arjun Catapult 130mm Self-Propelled Artillery Gun, a blend of 130 mm SP Art Gun with Arjun chassis has been completed as per GSQR. DRDO internal trial validation has been completed and the Arjun Catapult is ready for user trials. User demo trials of Pinaka Mk- II rockets with enhanced range were successfully conducted.
​

DRDO Airborne Early Warning & Control (AEW&C)
​

Successful User Assisted Technical Trials (UATT) of CBRN Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV) and Multi-Purpose Decontamination System (MPDS) were carried out. User and DGQA trials of BMCS (Bi-Modular Charge System) using both Soltam and Bofors guns were completed and the trials included validation of manufacturing process. Dynamic trials of 120mm Penetration-cum-Blast (PCB) ammunition for MBT Arjun Mk II were conducted successfully.

A man-portable modular military bridging system suitable for rapid deployment in mountainous regions and capable of bridging gaps up to 35m successfully completed user assisted technical trials. The modules weighing less than 18 kg each allow the bridge to be constructed from near-bank without any access to far-bank. A 35m bridge can be launched in about one hour.

“NABHRATHNA”, a Flying Test Bed (FTB) based on a Dornier aircraft acquired from HAL was realized. The FTB serves as a test bed platform for evaluation of airborne Radars. FTB sorties with Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and Maritime Patrol Airborne Radar (MPAR) have been taken up successfully.
​

INS VIKRANT (IAC I) Under Construction​

Dhruva-3, the latest in a series of indigenous High Performance Computing Systems designed for solving mission critical Defence R&D applications and one of the fastest computing facilities in the country became operational.

ALTAS was realized with establishment of Towed array SONAR technology with 100% indigenous capabilities with two production centres. The system is designed to detect and identify submarines and underwater weapons. First technical trial on ALTAS has been conducted with satisfactory results. ABHAY and HUMSA-UG compact sonars, ideal for fitment on smaller platforms for surveillance purposes and having advantages of reduced installation and maintenance load on the technical personnel were installed on two platforms and are undergoing technical trials. The hull mounted sonar HUMSA-NG has been installed onboard INS Kolkata and INS Komorta. Varunastra, the heavy weight torpedo and Maareech, the decoy system for defence against torpedo attacks successfully completed 10 and 12 sets of user evaluation trials respectively.
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The life sciences labs of DRDO continued its efforts with full vigour to develop soldier support systems and processes to help the soldiers perform effectively in diverse and harsh terrain and climatic conditions in the country. Submarine Escape Set 120 M to assist safe escape from underwater vessels from depths up to 120m is undergoing trials. Mark I version is already in production. ‘Telemedicine System’ has been accepted for induction in Indian Navy. The system capable of exchange of vital medical information and advice in a secure manner through multiple channels (including Satcom) will be installed in various Indian Navy ships as well as remote naval units.​

Source:- Defence News - A look at India's achievements in military systems in 2014

FInaly some new picture of Arihant

 

[SarthakGanguly]

The navy has done a commendable job - even being underfunded.

 

[SrNair]

Outdated management methods,shortage of HR,Underfunding are the main problem of the DRDO

 

[skysthelimit]

A look at India's achievements in military systems in 2014

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The 55% is a BS number - Def Min also used this in answering a question in the parliament.

I have spoken to multiple sources in the industry - as per them, this considers only the cases where the complete system was imported (ala C17 Globemaster) and ignores all cases where the parts or components of the system was imported (say engine for an aircraft).

We are still importing 65%+ of our capital acquisitions and most likely we will still be the largest defence importers in 2015.

 

[Chanakya's_Chant]

The 55% is a BS number - Def Min also used this in answering a question in the parliament.

I have spoken to multiple sources in the industry - as per them, this considers only the cases where the complete system was imported (ala C17 Globemaster) and ignores all cases where the parts or components of the system was imported (say engine for an aircraft).

We are still importing 65%+ of our capital acquisitions and most likely we will still be the largest defence importers in 2015.

Not sure about it - for example these are the figures about IAF given in the parliament by the Defence Minister himself -

IAF sourced around 43% of its defence procurements worth $2.6 Billion Indigenously in 2013-14 - Take the Rs 36,918 crore spent on capital acquisitions for the IAF in 2013-2014. While the imports stood at Rs 20,928 crore (56.69%), the public sector delivered equipment worth Rs 15,447 crore (41.84%) with the private sector contributing just Rs 544 crore (1.47%).

IAF sourced only 43% of its Defence Procurements worth $2.6 Billion Indigenously in 2013-14

Even then I don't think that countries around globe invest in each and every part of their defence hardware to be 100% indigenous may it be India or the West - we have many examples.

 

[skysthelimit]

Not sure about it - for example these are the figures about IAF given in the parliament by the Defence Minister himself -

IAF sourced around 43% of its defence procurements worth $2.6 Billion Indigenously in 2013-14 - Take the Rs 36,918 crore spent on capital acquisitions for the IAF in 2013-2014. While the imports stood at Rs 20,928 crore (56.69%), the public sector delivered equipment worth Rs 15,447 crore (41.84%) with the private sector contributing just Rs 544 crore (1.47%).

IAF sourced only 43% of its Defence Procurements worth $2.6 Billion Indigenously in 2013-14

Even then I don't think that countries around globe invest in each and every part of their defence hardware to be 100% indigenous may it be India or the West - we have many examples.

Yes, that's exactly what I said - even the defence minister is quoting BS numbers. The 15.5K indigenous number includes sub-systems that are imported and then put-together by the DPSUs or local vendors.

If we actually consider all such cases, the number drops back to ~35%.

 

[Abingdonboy]

We are still importing 65%+ of our capital acquisitions and most likely we will still be the largest defence importers in 2015.

India will be the largest importer for at least another decade, likely more. In dollar terms India's imports are only going to increase as the defence budget grows.

 

[Ronin]

I agree 55% is bs

 

[Chanakya's_Chant]

Eight major defence achievements for India in 2014

Defence achievements for India
5 Jan, 2015

Economictimes.com & Agencies

The need to have robust defence capabilities in today's day and age cannot be overstated. India has been aggressively pushing to enhance its ability to deter attacks and up its defence prowess.

2014 saw multiple steps being taken in that direction and India saw many new additions to its defence fleet. We take a look at eight achievements that deserve a special mention:

INS Kolkata: Largest-ever warship to be built in India
5 Jan, 2015

The 6,800-tonne INS Kolkata, the largest-ever warship to be built in India, was commissioned in August 2014. The warship is country's biggest and most powerful guided missile-destroyer.

The INS Kolkata is 80 per cent indigenous and has very good stealth capabilities and includes state-of-the-art surveillance and weapon systems. INS Kolkata, which is the first of the three warships under the Project-15B, was sanctioned at Rs 3,051 crore and now the project cost is pegged at Rs 11,662 crore.

INS Kolkata is part of the 44 warships currently on order in Indian shipyards, as part of the endeavour to steadily build a three-dimensional blue-water Navy capable of taking care of India's huge strategic interests in the region stretching from the Persian Gulf to the Malacca Strait.

Image by Indian Navy

LCH TD-3: Indigenous combat helicopter
5 Jan, 2015

Giving a boost to India's defence, the Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) Technology Demonstrator TD-3 recently made its successful maiden flight. LCH is an indigenous attack helicopter development programme being undertaken by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL).

According to HAL, LCH was proposed to meet IAF's requirement of a dedicated light helicopter for combat operations. HAL claims that the LCH TD-3 will be an effective weapon platform to deliver precision strikes at high altitude.

HAL has already developed two prototypes of the LCH - the Technology Demonstrator (TD1) and the TD2.

Image by HAL

LCA for Indian Navy tested successfully
5 Jan, 2015

In a big boost to India's defence capabilities, and specially that of the Navy, a Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Prototype 1 recently had a successful test flight from a Shore Based Test Facility in Goa.

LCA (Navy) is an indigenously designed and developed 4th plus generation combat aircraft, meant to operate from the decks of aircraft carriers.

LCA (Navy) is designed with stronger landing gears to absorb forces exerted by the ski jump ramp during take-off, to be airborne within 200 m as against 1000 m required for normal runways, says DRDO.

Image from DRDO

INS Sumitra commissioned
5 Jan, 2015

INS Sumitra, an indigenously built naval offshore patrol vessel (NOPV), was commissioned into the naval fleet in September. This is the Navy's largest offshore patrol vessel.

The 2200-tonne vessel is the biggest NOPV to be developed at Goa Shipyard. The vessel is the fourth in the series of indigenous NOPV developed for Indian Navy.

It also has medium and short range weapons installed in it. They include 76mm guns, Close-in Weapon System (CIWS), electronic support and a communication intelligence system. It has a helipad to operate one light weight Dhruv helicopter.

INS Sindhukirti undocked after refit
5 Jan, 2015

In a major boost for both, the Indian Navy and Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL), the Sindhughosh-class diesel-electric submarine - INS Sindhukirti, which has been undergoing a medium refit at HSL, was undocked at the yard.

According to senior HSL officials, the submarine is expected to be handed over to the Indian Navy in the next few months after it undertakes trials at sea.

The medium refit, which is estimated to have cost around Rs 800-900 crore, took nearly seven years for the submarine to be undocked at the shipyard.

Astra: DRDO's Air-to-Air missile
5 Jan, 2015

India's first indigenously developed Beyond Visual Range (BVR) Air-to-Air missile 'Astra' was tested successfully in 2014. The indigenously developed missile from the DRDO is an all-weather weapon with active Radar terminal guidance.

According to DRDO, the missile boasts of excellent ECCM features, smokeless propulsion and process improved effectiveness in multi-target scenario.

The Astra missile was test fired from a Sukhoi Su-30MKI. The missiles have undergone rigorous testing on Su-30 in the captive mode for avionics integration and seeker evaluation in 2013.

INS Vikramaditya
5 Jan, 2015

After a gap of over two decades, India is operating two aircraft carriers in its maritime zone with the arrival of its largest warship INS Vikramaditya in the Arabian Sea where it is now operating with INS Viraat.

The Indian Navy has two aircraft carriers at sea after over 20 years. INS Vikramaditya is designed to boost India's maritime capabilities.

In Indian Navy, the warship with a length of 284m will have MiG-29K naval combat aircraft along with Kamov 31 and Kamov 28 anti-submarine warfare and maritime surveillance helicopters.

Nirbhay: Long-range subsonic cruise missile
5 Jan, 2015

In October, India successfully test-fired its first indigenously designed and developed long-range subsonic cruise missile 'Nirbhay' with a strike range of over 1,000 kms from the Integrated Test Range (ITR).

The 1000-km-class cruise missile capable of striking deep into enemy territory, has been designed and developed by DRDO at it's aeronautics R&D laboratory ADE (Aeronautical Development Establishment) based in Bengaluru.

The missile is yet another giant step forward in India's technological capabilities for design development and leading to production sophisticated weapons platforms and equipment for the armed forces, officials have said.

Source:- Defence achievements for India - Eight major defence achievements for India in 2014 | The Economic Times

 

[Chanakya's_Chant]

The 55% is a BS number - Def Min also used this in answering a question in the parliament.

I have spoken to multiple sources in the industry - as per them, this considers only the cases where the complete system was imported (ala C17 Globemaster) and ignores all cases where the parts or components of the system was imported (say engine for an aircraft).

We are still importing 65%+ of our capital acquisitions and most likely we will still be the largest defence importers in 2015.

India will be the largest importer for at least another decade, likely more. In dollar terms India's imports are only going to increase as the defence budget grows.

I agree 55% is bs

It took some but got something interesting it - The methodology for assessing indigenous content of equipment according to the Defence Procurement Procedure- 2013 - The imported content in the equipments will NOT qualify towards indigenous content -

Salient Features of Defence Procurement Procedure- 2013
The Salient features of the DPP- 2013, promulgated by MoD today are as follows:

1. The first major change that has been brought in relates to the introduction of the ‘preferred categorisation’ in the following order; Buy(Indian), Buy & Make(Indian), Make(Indian), Buy & Make, Buy(Global). While seeking the approval for Áccord of Necessity (AoN) in a particular category, say, Buy (Global), it will now be necessary to give justification for not considering the other higher preference categories. This is expected to give a stronger impetus to indigenization. (a new Para 20a)

2. Stipulations related to the indigenous content have been clarified and made more stringent. Indigenous content requirements will now extend all the way to the lowest tier of the sub-vendor. Hence, import content in the products supplied by the sub-vendors will not qualify towards indigenous content’. (Para 4)

3. Besides this, the requirement of the prescribed indigenous content, e.g. 30% in the Buy (Indian) category is to be achieved on the overall cost basis, as well as in the core components i.e. the basic equipment, manufacturers recommended spares, special tools and test equipments taken together. In addition, the basic equipment must also have minimum 30% indigenous content at all stages including the one offered at the trial stage. It has further been stipulated that an indigenization plan will be provided by the vendor. These stipulations will ensure more meaningful efforts towards indigenization.

4. While a penalty has been stipulated for not achieving the required indigenous content at a given stage, a scope to make up the deficiency at later stages has been provided.

5. Likewise, in the Buy and Make (Indian) cases, there is no stipulation regarding the minimum indigenous content in the Buy component and the Indian vendor is given the elbow room to achieve the prescribed indigenous content in the overall delivery. This enables the Indian vendor the time to absorb ToT, set up manufacturing facility while concurrently meeting the service requirements.

6. A method for assessment of indigenous content, based on self certification by vendors, has been given (Appendix ‘F’ to Chapter I) while keeping provision for audit by MoD or its nominated agency, if found necessary.

7. A major set of changes aimed at making the procurement process speedier includes the stipulation to finalize the SQRs before seeking the accord for ‘Acceptance of Necessity’ (Para 17 - Chapter) and reducing the validity period of an AoN from 2 years to one year. This will bring down the processing time of individual cases significantly.

8. Procurement cases are also expected to be speeded up on account of enhanced delegation of powers of the SCAPCHC from Rs 50 Crores to 150 Crores and the power of the DPB from 150 Crores to 300 crores (Para 18).

9. In order to encourage timely submission of the bids by the vendors and to discourage last minute requests for extension of time, it has been stipulated (Para 33) that any request for extension of the bid submission date must be made at least two weeks prior to the bid submission date with adequate justification.

10. Impetus to indigenization would also require simplification of the Buy and Make (Indian) and Make procedure. The exercise to simplify the Buy and Make (Indian) procedure has been completed doing away inter alia with the requirement of short-listing the vendors through the ‘Project Appraisal Committee’ while keeping the validity of the AoN to two years permitting comprehensive consultations with the Industry (Para 25a). This is expected to bring more projects under the Buy and Make (Indian) category. Simplification of the Make procedure is underway and is expected to be completed in few months.

11. In Buy (Global) cases, it will now be possible for the Indian vendor to give Maintenance ToT to another Indian vendor of their choice (Para 28) . The MToT partner is no longer required to be nominated by the DDP.

12. The appendix F and G to the RFP i.e. the Payment Terms and Commercial Offer have been recast as ‘Commercial Clauses’ and ‘Evaluation Criteria of Price Bid Format’. These include use of the International Commercial Terms (INCOTERMS 2010), bringing payment terms for Indian Bidders on par with those for the foreign bidders, specificity in stages and modes of payment and removal of excise duty in determination of L-1.

Apart from the major salient features of the DPP 2013 enumerated above, a number of other changes have been made which are procedural in nature and aim at bringing clarity and efficiency and in the procurement procedures. Further measures to strengthen the Indian Defence Sector are under consideration and will be brought about after due consultation with all stake holders. In the meantime, it is expected that this document will be well received by the Industry, the users and other stakeholders at large in the Indian Defence Sector.

Sitanshu Kar
(Release ID :96361)

Source:- Press Information Bureau English Releases

From the DPP 2013, Page 73 >>

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Source:- http://mod.nic.in/writereaddata/DPP2013.pdf
69% of Indian Military Requirements sourced from Indian Companies in the last Three Years

Whats your take on it?​

 

[skysthelimit]

I guess their logic is that for systems with imported components the Indian firms are acting as System Integrators. But of course the implicit assumption is the capability make such components exist in India - but that is seldom true.

MoD can play with semantics as much as they like - but even if we are assembling 100% of our capital acquisitions with imported components, we will still not have a indigenous defence industry of any meaningful capability.

Also this explains why IAF can claim the Pilatus trainer under Make in India as they are planning to assemble the knocked down kits locally.

 

[Chanakya's_Chant]

I guess their logic is that for systems with imported components the Indian firms are acting as System Integrators. But of course the implicit assumption is the capability make such components exist in India - but that is seldom true.

MoD can play with semantics as much as they like - but even if we are assembling 100% of our capital acquisitions with imported components, we will still not have a indigenous defence industry of any meaningful capability.

Also this explains why IAF can claim the Pilatus trainer under Make in India as they are planning to assemble the knocked down kits locally.

IAF should have given a chance to HAL's HTT-40. They left no stone unturned in scuttling that project!

BTW we always talk of foreign components in our indigenous defence equipments but in turn we do indigenously manufacture many components of our imported defense hardware! C-130 Hercules and P-8I Poseidon are the best example! C-130's Center Wing Box (CWB) is made in India - When the Indian government decided not to sign the Communications Interoperability and Security Memorandum of Agreement (CISMOA), which resulted in the exclusion of high precision GPS and other sensitive equipment of the C-130 then t the IAF added similar equipment produced indigenously to the aircraft after delivery! Same with the P-8I's.

C-130 Hercules with components ‘Made in India’ - The Hindu
http://indiadefenceonline.com/2106/u-s-dilutes-defence-technology-to-india