SOURCE: IDRW.ORG TEAM
The Indian Navy is gearing up to submit a proposal to the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) for the development of a second aircraft carrier, dubbed IAC-II. The Navy aims to secure the Acceptance of Necessity (AoN), which is the initial approval for procurement, for this ambitious project.
With an estimated displacement of 45,000 tonnes and a price tag of approximately Rs 40,000 crore, IAC-II is poised to be a formidable addition to the Indian Navy’s fleet. The state-run Cochin Shipyard is slated to construct the aircraft carrier, incorporating modifications to support unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operations.
The Navy has been advocating for a three-aircraft carrier fleet to effectively counter China’s expanding naval capabilities and growing influence in the Indian Ocean region. Currently, India operates two aircraft carriers: INS Vikramaditya, a Russian-origin platform, and INS Vikrant, a domestically built carrier.
The development of IAC-II underscores India’s commitment to strengthening its naval power and maintaining a strong presence in the strategically vital Indian Ocean. As the proposal moves forward, the DAC will carefully evaluate the project’s feasibility, costs, and alignment with the Navy’s long-term strategic objectives.
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