Indigenously Developed Equipment And Systems
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What is discussed under Indigenously Developed Equipment And Systems?

1. Equipment and Systems
2. Scales of Accommodation (SoA) 2022

Why in News ?

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh handed over indigenously-developed equipment and systems to the Indian Army in New Delhi on August 16, 2022. 

Key Facts

• These include Future Infantry Soldier as a System (F-INSAS), new generation anti-personnel mine ‘Nipun’, rugged and automatic communication system with enhanced capabilities, upgraded sights system for tanks and advanced thermal imagers.
• State-of-the art high mobility Infantry Protected Vehicles and Assault Boats were virtually handed over by Raksha Mantri enabling the troops deployed along the borders to respond to any challenge in a befitting manner.
• The equipment/systems have been jointly developed by Indian Army in collaboration with Defence Public Sector Undertakings, Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Industry.

Equipment and Systems

Future Infantry Soldier as a System

• Future Infantry Soldier is being equipped with three primary sub systems.
• The first sub system is the modern state of art assault rifle along with day and night holographic and reflex sights.

  

• The sights are mounted on the weapon and also on helmet to enable a 360-degree visibility and accuracy in operational conditions.
• In addition to the primary weapon system, the soldiers will also be kitted with multi-mode hand grenade which has also been procured indigenously along with multi-purpose knife.
• The second sub system is protection system.
• This gives protection through a specially designed helmet and a bullet proof jacket.
• The third sub system consists of communication and surveillance system. 

Anti-Personnel mine Nipun 

• The Indian Army has been using vintage NMM 14 mines.
• Indian mine named Nipun has been developed.
• It will enhance the protection provided to the troops on the borders.
• The mine is more potent and effective than the existing anti-personnel mine.

Hand Held Thermal Imager (Uncooled)

• This equipment is for surveillance and detection.
• It gives visibility in both day and night and in adverse weather conditions to the soldiers to detect enemy movement and activities.

Commander Thermal Imaging Sight for T-90 tank

• This equipment gives enhanced visibility and range to the commanders of armoured columns.
• Earlier, in T-90 tanks had image intensification systems which had its own limitations and constraints.
• The limitations have been overcome by use of thermal imaging sight produced by India Optel Limited.

Downlink Equipment with Recording Facility

• This downlink equipment helps the helicopters in carrying out constant reconnaissance and surveillance of the borders and operational areas.
• While on missions, reconnaissance data observed is recorded in the system and can be accessed only when the helicopter returns to the base.

Semi Ruggedised Automatic Exchange System Mk-II

• Indian Army had exchanges that provided line communications to the operationally deployed units.
  • However, there were limitations in terms of numbers of subscribers and quantum of data that could be communicated.
  • Also, the equipment could not work with latest internet protocol technology.
• A new system has been developed which overcomes all inadequacies of the older system.

Upgraded Radio Relay (Frequency Hopping)

• With this radio relay system, forward troops are in a position to operate their communication equipment and radio sets at much longer ranges and in greater depths than hither-to-fore.
• This is an advanced system with frequency hopping technology and very high capacity.
• It has been developed by Bharat Electronics Limited, Bengaluru.

Solar Photovoltaic Energy Project

• The complete power requirement in the area to operate various equipment was met only through captive generator supply.
• A solar photo-voltaic plant has been installed to improve the overall energy requirements and also obviate dependence on fossil fuels.

Landing Craft Assault (LCA)

• There are boats operating in Pangong Tso lake, however, they have limited capabilities.
• The LCA is much more versatile and has overcome the limitations of launch, speed and capacity.
• It has enhanced the capability to operate across the water obstacles in Eastern Ladakh. 

Mini Remotely Piloted Aerial System (RPAS)

• RPAS removes the operational limitations faced by the Indian Air Force aircraft and the heron Unmanned Aerial Vehicles at tactical level.
• It empowers the Indian Army by removing the restricted capability for surveillance, detection and reconnaissance at the infantry battalion and mechanised units level.

Infantry Protected Mobility Vehicle (IPMV)

• IPMV provides mobility and more protection to a large number of infantry soldiers posted at the Northern Borders.

Quick Reaction Fighting Vehicle (Medium)

• The second vehicle along with the Infantry Mobility Protected Vehicle for enhanced mobility of our troops in Eastern Ladakh is the Quick Reaction Fighting Vehicle (Medium).
• It facilitates quick deployment of troops and will enable much faster reaction.
• These are tailor made vehicles with high mobility, enhanced firepower & protection.
• It will facilitate in creating moral ascendency in our Northern Borders.

Scales of Accommodation (SoA) 2022

• Scales of Accommodation (SoA) 2022, which provides authorisation for construction facilities for operational, functional, training, administrative, living and recreation for the Defence Services.
• The SoA 2022 is in line with the Government policies and vision like Swachh Bharat, Sugamya Bharat, Digital India, Green Buildings, Sustainable Development, Renewable Energy, Reduction of Carbon Footprint Promotion of Yoga & Fit India etc
• There would be tremendous improvement in facilities/infrastructure and specifications commensurate to contemporary requirements and will further improve the working and living conditions for the defence personnel including civilians. 

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