In a move to boost the Indian Army’s minefield breaching capability, the Defence Ministry announced signing contracts with Bharat Earth Movers Limited (BEML) and Electro Pneumatics and Hydraulics (India) Pvt Ltd for procuring TRAWL Assembly for T-72/T-90 Tanks worth nearly Rs 975 crore. The TRAWL Assembly, a critical equipment developed by DRDO, aims to improve the Indian Army’s minefield breaching capability by creating Vehicle Safe Lanes through minefields with anti-tank mines equipped with proximity magnetic fuses.
The Defence Ministry stated that this equipment will enhance the operational effectiveness of the Indian Army. The contracts were finalized in the presence of Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh. This procurement signifies a significant step towards modernizing India’s defence infrastructure and supporting indigenous industries, aligning with the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
The project is expected to create opportunities for direct and indirect employment generation, particularly by promoting the MSME sector through component manufacturing. Additionally, last month, the Defence Ministry sealed a major capital acquisition deal with Bharat Electronics Limited for acquiring two advanced Mountain Radars for the Indian Air Force, valued at around Rs 1,950 crore. This agreement is a substantial move towards bolstering India’s self-reliance in defence manufacturing.
