SOURCE: RAUNAK KUNDE / NEWS BEAT / IDRW.ORG
In a significant move toward strengthening defence cooperation, India and Brazil are reportedly in discussions to finalize a government-to-government deal for the procurement and local manufacturing of the Akash-NG (Next Generation) Air Defense system.
Developed by India’s Defense Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL), and Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), the Akash-NG represents a major advancement in India’s indigenous air defence capabilities. The system is designed to intercept highly manoeuvrable, low-observable aerial threats, making it an ideal candidate for enhancing Brazil’s air defence framework.
The Akash-NG is a next-generation surface-to-air missile (SAM) system specifically designed for the Indian Air Force (IAF) to target and neutralize fast, agile, and stealthy threats. Compared to previous Akash models, the Akash-NG boasts an enhanced interception range of up to 60 kilometres, providing a significant operational advantage. This makes it capable of defending critical assets and locations from a variety of threats, including fast-jet aircraft, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and cruise missiles.
For Brazil, acquiring the Akash-NG air defence system offers several strategic advantages. First, the system provides a robust solution for countering airborne threats in a variety of environments, from densely populated areas to remote regions. Second, the interception range and targeting capabilities of the Akash-NG make it suitable for protecting critical national infrastructure and key military assets, enhancing Brazil’s ability to respond to both conventional and unconventional aerial threats.
Additionally, the local manufacturing provision would contribute to Brazil’s industrial and technological base. By producing components locally, Brazil can develop expertise in advanced defence technology, reducing dependency on foreign suppliers and aligning with its long-term goals of self-reliance in defence.
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