PoliticsPhoto: The HinduDefence Ministry Signs ₹770 Crore Contract with BEL for Low-Level Radars
On October 21, 2026, the Defence Ministry signed a ₹770 crore contract with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) for Improved Low Level Light Weight Radar (LLLR-I) systems. The contract aims to enhance the Army's air defence against aerial threats, including drones. The LLLR-I can detect fighter-sized targets and mini/micro drones, prioritizing threats for effective response. Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh was present at the signing in New Delhi.
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