Question : ARJUN BATTLE TANK



(a) whether the Army has `rejected: the Arjun Battle Tank as it failed to meet the minimum operation requirements of the Army; and

(b) if so, the details thereof and the reasons therefor?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF STATE, FOR DEFENCE PRODUCTION(RAO INDERJIT SINGH)

(a) No,Sir.Army has not rejected the Arjun Battle Tank. Army has suggested certain improvements and modifications on the basis of observation during Accelerated Usage cum Reliability Trial (AUCRT) and Extended AUCRT of Main Battle Tank Arjun.

(b) Does not arise.