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DAC Clears ₹3.6 Lakh Crore Defence Proposals

14 February 20261 min read
DEFENCE & SECURITYDAC Clears ₹3.6Lakh CroreDefence Proposals14 February 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) cleared big procurement plans worth about ₹3.6 lakh crore through Acceptance of Necessity.

Approvals at a glance

ItemServiceDetail
Rafale multi-role fightersIAF114 jets from France
P-8I aircraftNavySix units
S-400 missilesAir defenceAbout 40 km to 400 km range

About the platforms

  • Rafale: twin-engine multi-role fighter by France’s Dassault Aviation.
  • S-400: advanced surface-to-air system, bought to refill stocks.

Exam angle

  • AoN is granted by the DAC.

Test yourself

1. Which body granted Acceptance of Necessity for defence proposals worth about ₹3.6 lakh crore?

The DAC granted AoN.

2. How many Rafale fighter jets did the DAC approve for the Indian Air Force?

The approval covers 114 Rafale jets.

3. The S-400 system, as described, has an engagement range of roughly what?

The notes give about 40 km to 400 km.

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