State-run Indian firm Bharat Dynamics (BDL) has signed a contract with the Indian Army for Akash Surface-to-Air Missiles (SAMs).
The Rs140bn ($3.7bn) order comprises missiles, support equipment and services and is the highest value contract placed by the Indian Army to date.
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The Akash SAM has been developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) as part of the Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme.
The weapon system, with a range of 25km, is capable of engaging targets in all weather conditions, according to Press Trust of India.
The Indian Air Force has also placed an order worth Rs10bn ($219m) for the air force version of the missile.
