The Ministry of Defence has signed a contract with Bharat Forge Limited, Pune for the acquisition of 12 sets of 1.25 MW Marine Gas Turbine Generators, with a minimum of 60% indigenous content, for the Indian Navy at a total cost of around Rs 425 crore.
The contract, inked under the 'Buy (Indian)' category, signifies the Government's commitment to Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make-in-India initiatives, aimed at creating a robust domestic manufacturing ecosystem.
This project is crucial for enhancing maritime self-reliance in strategic technologies and bolstering operational readiness through indigenous production and life-cycle support.
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