Defence Ministry signs ₹811 crore contract with BDL for 160 satellite-guided anti-airfield weapons for IAF

The Defence Ministry has signed a ₹811 crore contract with Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) to supply 160 satellite-guided smart anti-airfield weapons for the Indian Air Force. The procurement is part of the government's Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India) initiative to boost indigenous defence manufacturing.

The contract underscores India's push toward developing and producing advanced military systems domestically, reducing dependence on foreign weapons platforms.