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Big Boost For Indian Army: MoD Inks $1.15 Billion Pinaka MLRS Deal

© AP Photo / Gurinder OsanIn this Jan. 26, 2011 file photo, an Indian army soldier salutes beside a Pinaka multiple rocket launcher at the Republic Day parade in New Delhi, India. In its race to join the club of international powers, India has reached another major milestone, it's now the world's largest weapons importer.
In this Jan. 26, 2011 file photo, an Indian army soldier salutes beside a Pinaka multiple rocket launcher at the Republic Day parade in New Delhi, India. In its race to join the club of international powers, India has reached another major milestone, it's now the world's largest weapons importer.  - Sputnik India, 1920, 06.02.2025
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Named after Hindu God Shiva's bow, the Pinaka Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) is a long-range artillery platform that possesses the ability to strike enemy formations up to a range of 75 kilometers.
In a major boost to the Indian Army's artillery units, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) on Thursday announced the signing of multiple agreements worth $1.15 billion for the acquisition of "Area Denial Munition (ADM) Type-1 (DPICM) and High Explosive Pre Fragmented (HEPF) Mk-1 (Enhanced) rockets" that form the bedrock of the Pinaka Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS).
"ADM Type-1 of PINAKA MLRS has a specialised warhead to deliver a quantum of sub-munitions over a larger area targeting mechanised forces, vehicles and personnel, thereby denying specific areas to the enemy. HEPF Mk-1 (E) rockets are advanced versions of in service HEPF rockets which have enhanced range to strike deep into enemy territory with precision and lethality," the MoD said in a statement.
The induction of ADM Type-1 (DPICM) and HEPF Mk-1 (E) rockets will bolster the modernisation drive of Artillery Rocket Regiments of the powerhouse's ground forces.
Furthermore, these advanced weapon systems will prove to be vital in enhancing the Indian Army's firepower as these military platforms will allow troops to carry out precise and long-range strikes.

The Pinaka MLRS was first inducted into the Indian Army in 2000 and has also been exported to Armenia.
French President Emmanuel Macron delivers a speech ahead of his visit in Central Africa, at the Elysee Palace in Paris, Monday, Feb. 27, 2023 - Sputnik India, 1920, 15.11.2024
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