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DEFENCE - January 2022

Jan 2022

May 11, 2022

Indian Navy to Acquire Spy Satellite GISAT-2 to Boost Capability in IOR

- The Indian Navy plans to purchase a specialised earth imaging satellite Geo Imaging Satellite-2 (GISAT-2), in 2022-23 as part of its modernisation and network-centric combat and communications programme. The satellite is likely to improve the navy's operating capabilities in the Indian Ocean region, which is strategically and geopolitically crucial, especially given China's growing influence.
- According to information from the Ministry of Defence, the GISAT-2 is one of 21 planned procurements, including several long-term buys. In addition, the navy's capabilities development/modernization is being carried out in line with the long-term objectives in place for the next decade.

May 10, 2022

MHA Launches 'CAPF Punarvaas' to Facilitate Retired CAPF

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) launched a portal for the benefit of personnel belonging to the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) like CRPF and BSF seeking re-employment after their retirement. The portal, "CAPF Punarvaas", will help retired personnel seeking re-employment to find an appropriate match by uploading their personal details on the Welfare & Rehabilitation Board (WARB) along with their area of expertise and preferred employment location.
With the increase in the number of business establishments requiring security services, there has been a substantial growth of private security agencies (PSA), thereby increasing the requirement of security personnel. The initiative is a step towards the welfare of CAPF personnel and will go a long way in meeting their rehabilitation requirements.

May 07, 2022

Taiwan Scraps Deal to Buy US Anti-submarine Helicopters

Taiwan opted out of purchasing anti-submarine helicopters from the United States because they are too expensive.
The island was planning to buy up to 12 Seahawk choppers but the deal has been scrapped as Taipei prioritises lower cost, more mobile weaponry to counter any threat from China.

Coast Guard's Second Air Squadron

The second air squadron of the Indian Coast Guard was commissioned. This squadron is equipped with the indigenously designed as well as developed advanced light helicopter (ALH) MK-III.
The squadron was commissioned at the Coast Guard Air Enclave, Nedumbassery, Kochi. Director-General V. S. Pathania commissioned the 845 squadron (CG) in Kochi.
Commandant Kunal Naik is leading this squadron comprising 35 men and 9 officers.
The squadron was commissioned to improve the country's self-reliance in the area of long-range maritime surveillance and search and rescue operations. This commission is in line with the government's "Atmanirbhar Bharat" plan. So far 12 ALH MK-III helicopters have been inducted into the Indian Coast Guard with the latest four helicopters being positioned in Kochi with the aim of covering the entire coast of Kerala, Karnataka, and Lakshadweep.

May 06, 2022

HM Amit Shah Inaugurates BSF's Floating Border Outposts at Hingalganj in West Bengal

Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated floating border outposts (BOP) of BSF at Hingalganj in West Bengal.He also flagged off a boat ambulance to provide medical assistance in this inaccessible areas. Three floating BOPs Sutlej, Kaveri, and Narmada were dedicated to the nation. These BOPs are equipped with all modern facilities.
During the visit to Haridaspur BOP at the Indo-Bangladesh border, Amit Shah had lunch with BSF troops at Haridaspur BOP at the Indo-Bangladesh border. He also interacted with senior BSF officials during the occasion.

May 05, 2022

Successful Trials of India-Made Advanced Artillery Gun System Carried Out

The trials of the 155mm/52 calibre Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS) were completed at the Pokhran Field Firing Range (PFFR) by DRDO in May 2022. The ATAGS is an indigenous towed artillery gun system project undertaken in mission mode by the DRDO as a part of the artillery modernisation programme of the Indian Army.
Defence minister Rajnath Singh congratulated DRDO, the Indian Army, DPSUs and private industries on the successful conduction of trials of the ATAGS and called it a shining example of AatmaNirbhar Bharat Abhiyaan.

Indian Coast Guard Commissions its Second ALH Mk III Squadron in Kochi

Coast Guard commissioned its second Air Squadron, 845 Squadron (CG), at the Coast Guard Air Enclave at Nedumbassery in Kochi.
The new Air Squadron, commissioned by Coast Guard Director General V S Pathania, is equipped with the indigenously developed Advanced Mark III (ALH Mark III) helicopters.
The commissioning marks a tremendous leap towards self-reliance in the field of search and rescue operations and long-range maritime surveillance. Four helicopters have been positioned in Kochi to cover the entire coast of Karnataka, Kerala and Lakshadweep. The Squadron, led by Commandant Kunal Naik has nine officers and 35 men.

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