A ₹1,220 crore deal for advanced radios for the Indian Coast Guard signed by the Defence Ministry with BEL.
On 20 February, a contract worth over ₹1,220 crore signed by the Defence Ministry with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) in New Delhi for the procurement of 149 Software Defined Radios for the Indian Coast Guard.
These state-of-the-art radios will enable secure and reliable information sharing, collaboration, and contextual awareness through high-speed data and secure voice communications.
This will strengthen the Indian Coast Guard’s ability to perform its core responsibilities, including maritime law enforcement, search and rescue operations, fisheries protection, and marine environmental protection.
Additionally, these radios will enhance interoperability for joint operations with the Indian Navy.
This project is a strategic step towards supporting the Blue Economy objectives of the Government of India by enhancing the operational capabilities of the Coast Guard and strengthening maritime security.
This contract will enhance the country’s manufacturing capabilities for advanced military-grade communication systems, create employment opportunities, and promote expertise development in line with the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
