The Indian Army has finalized a massive procurement deal worth approximately ₹30,000 crore with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) for the induction of the ‘Anant Shastra’ electronic warfare (EW) system, developed in collaboration with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
Designed for modern battlefield requirements, Anant Shastra will allow the Army to detect, monitor, and jam enemy communication and radar frequencies in real-time, significantly improving situational awareness and tactical dominance. The system is engineered to perform efficiently in diverse terrains, including high-altitude and desert regions.
This contract is one of the biggest EW acquisitions made under the Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat framework. BEL will manufacture the system using a high percentage of indigenous components, engaging multiple Indian defence suppliers and MSMEs in the process.
Officials indicate that deployment will be prioritised along operationally sensitive borders, enabling the armed forces to counter electronic threats from adversaries more effectively. With electronic warfare emerging as a critical domain in future conflicts, the move is expected to boost India’s strategic preparedness against technologically advanced opponents.
Defence experts view this procurement as a transformational step toward building a fully self-reliant electronic warfare ecosystem within the country.
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