Modernisation of Indian Navy

Budgetar y and Pro Urement Constraints

Resumo

The Indian Navy (IN) is on a course of major modernisation process. A large number of ships, submarines and aerial platform are in the process of induction with several more such items being in the acquisition planning process. However, the success of IN’s modernisation drive hinges upon two critical elements: adequate supply of resources and an efficient procurement process. Of late, IN has come under tremendous financial pressure, with very little scope for signing new contracts. This along with frequent controversies surrounding purchase of military items from foreign countries, is a major obstacle that the IN has to fight in its modernisation drive