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We are in a mess, I can't spell it out: Manohar Parrikar

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The defence sector is set to do businessin a way that is subtle and pronounced. Giving a spin to the Make-in-India pitch of the Narendra Modi government, defence minister Manohar Parrikar has made a strong case for getting Indian institutes like IITs on board.

This, he said, will reduce the country's dependence on imports and will do away with the system of blacklisting firms.

The policy of blacklisting companies had been used to "create a situation of single tender." That is, rivals were blacklisted to suit certain companies and this had left the ministry with hardly any option in many areas, Parrikar said.

In a free-wheeling interaction with the faculty and alumni at IIT Bombay campus, where he was felicitated as a distinguished alumnus, on Sunday, Parrikar said, "We are in a mess that I can't spell out".

Parrikar said he was keen to strengthen defence research base through tie-ups with institutes like IITs for two key: to reduce costs and dependence on imports and to ensure self-reliability in case of emergencies.

"None of the systems – be it American, Russian or Israeli – are free from trouble at all times. Our import bill in defence last year was $6 billion. Most countries do not rely so much on imports," he said.

While pointing out that there was no concrete decision on any of these ideas, he said policies giving shape to his ideas would be in place soon.

"By May-June next year, there will be a lot of synergy; the direction will be clear." A platform for interaction with senior defence personnel, for seamless applicability of research projects, would be created even earlier than that, he said.

Indicating his dissatisfaction with DRDO, Parrikar said that while the defence research organisation gels well with the navy, it is not working as well in most other programmes. The involvement of IITs will "put defence acquisitions in a different orbit," he said.

Parrikar said he would work out an alternative way of penalising errant contractors and companies, so that it doesn't affect future purchases. Secondly, middlemen would be weeded out. "You won't find any kickbacks in my regime," he said.

Prof S P Sukhatme, former chairman of the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board, said the two primary areas of cooperation with academic institutes like IITs would be the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) and the Main Battle Tank (MBT).

The Arjun MBT was a good idea, but its execution and management were not that good, he said. Tejas, an LCA, was finally into production after decades. Cold weather protection rooms, night vision and bullet-proof equipment are some of the other areas for collaboration.

Modi's 'Make-in-India' mission, in one shot, sought to create employment, technology enhancement, and strengthening the country's capabilities on all fronts, Parrikar said.

We are in a mess, I can't spell it out: Manohar Parrikar | Latest News & Updates at Daily News & Analysis
 
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The defence sector is set to do businessin a way that is subtle and pronounced. Giving a spin to the Make-in-India pitch of the Narendra Modi government, defence minister Manohar Parrikar has made a strong case for getting Indian institutes like IITs on board.

This, he said, will reduce the country's dependence on imports and will do away with the system of blacklisting firms.

The policy of blacklisting companies had been used to "create a situation of single tender." That is, rivals were blacklisted to suit certain companies and this had left the ministry with hardly any option in many areas, Parrikar said.

In a free-wheeling interaction with the faculty and alumni at IIT Bombay campus, where he was felicitated as a distinguished alumnus, on Sunday, Parrikar said, "We are in a mess that I can't spell out".

Parrikar said he was keen to strengthen defence research base through tie-ups with institutes like IITs for two key: to reduce costs and dependence on imports and to ensure self-reliability in case of emergencies.

"None of the systems – be it American, Russian or Israeli – are free from trouble at all times. Our import bill in defence last year was $6 billion. Most countries do not rely so much on imports," he said.

While pointing out that there was no concrete decision on any of these ideas, he said policies giving shape to his ideas would be in place soon.

"By May-June next year, there will be a lot of synergy; the direction will be clear." A platform for interaction with senior defence personnel, for seamless applicability of research projects, would be created even earlier than that, he said.

Indicating his dissatisfaction with DRDO, Parrikar said that while the defence research organisation gels well with the navy, it is not working as well in most other programmes. The involvement of IITs will "put defence acquisitions in a different orbit," he said.

Parrikar said he would work out an alternative way of penalising errant contractors and companies, so that it doesn't affect future purchases. Secondly, middlemen would be weeded out. "You won't find any kickbacks in my regime," he said.

Prof S P Sukhatme, former chairman of the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board, said the two primary areas of cooperation with academic institutes like IITs would be the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) and the Main Battle Tank (MBT).

The Arjun MBT was a good idea, but its execution and management were not that good, he said. Tejas, an LCA, was finally into production after decades. Cold weather protection rooms, night vision and bullet-proof equipment are some of the other areas for collaboration.

Modi's 'Make-in-India' mission, in one shot, sought to create employment, technology enhancement, and strengthening the country's capabilities on all fronts, Parrikar said.

We are in a mess, I can't spell it out: Manohar Parrikar | Latest News & Updates at Daily News & Analysis
Getting IIT students onboard with some minor projects by DRDO or any other lab will generate interest and it also have the potential to retain the best minds from IIT within the country.All in all,good decision by MOD.
 
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I hope you all realize with this statement, the sad state of affairs this present gov't has been elected into. Never, ever forget what Congress did to India. Not one single Congress politican gave a damn about India. The only thing they cared about was their pocket. Anyway, the admission is a great. Its an eye opener for some of the Indian idiots, er I mean posters who claim nothing is wrong in India. The first step to resolving our problems is admitting we have major problems. Getting IIT's involved is a good step in the right direction. It should have been done yr ago. Thanks for nothing Congress.
 
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He also says that the navy gets along well with DRDO. Today navy is making an aircraft carrier, a nuclear submarine and a naval version of LCA, a destroyer with aesa, a 90% indigenous ASW corvette and what not.
 
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He also says that the navy gets along well with DRDO. Today navy is making an aircraft carrier, a nuclear submarine and a naval version of LCA, a destroyer with aesa, a 90% indigenous ASW corvette and what not.



But a few points are missing from this statement. The Navy interacts with DRDO like no other military branch. They have their own Naval officials assisting development at all levels. The Navy is very proactive and is truly working to achieve successful domestic ventures. The problem with the Airforce and Army to some degree has been the brass. There is a lot of corruption that is fully ingrained at the top and mid levels. Many middlemen are former army and airforce brass who retired and still maintain major connections. They make sure their connections get promoted and pushed into the "right" positions working with certain influential politicans. You can take a guess who they are. Its not hard. Just open your eyes bro.
 
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He also says that the navy gets along well with DRDO. Today navy is making an aircraft carrier, a nuclear submarine and a naval version of LCA, a destroyer with aesa, a 90% indigenous ASW corvette and what not.

Army & Air Force should learn from
Navy
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Good news that he is accepting the problem
 
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Getting IIT students onboard with some minor projects by DRDO or any other lab will generate interest and it also have the potential to retain the best minds from IIT within the country.All in all,good decision by MOD.
IIT students are rather interested in Microsoft, google and BAE. Sorry to say, this will not motivate them.
 
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I will wait till June next year anxiously!!
 
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IIT students are rather interested in Microsoft, google and BAE. Sorry to say, this will not motivate them.
You will be surprised how many IIT students are leaving cushy jobs to pursue entrepreneurship or doing social service.Don't count out the nationalism factor too.People have done more than joining less paying Govt jobs in the name of national interest.It's just a matter of how the Govt can cultivate this national interest in IIT students.
 
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You will be surprised how many IIT students are leaving cushy jobs to pursue entrepreneurship or doing social service.Don't count out the nationalism factor too.People have done more than joining less paying Govt jobs in the name of national interest.It's just a matter of how the Govt can cultivate this national interest in IIT students.

Just a few.
 
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If he realise and feel that we are in Mess, then that is a good sign, A problem is half solved once you accept that there is a problem..........

Good for you guys but students from sub continent are always found lacking in fundamental thoughts which mostly is because of the rote work from school.

If that change I think everything will fall in place.
 
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