Question : Induction of INS Kiltan

(a) whether the recently inducted INS Kiltan lacks offensive capabilities like the Active Towed Array Sonar (ACTAS) system, if so, the details thereof and the reasons therefor;

(b) whether the Government has approached international companies for purchase of heavyweight torpedoes for submarines;

(c) if so, the details thereof along with the current stock of the same and requirements; and

(d) the mode for the said acquisitions taken or likely to be taken?

Answer given by the minister

MINISTER OF DEFENCE (SMT. NIRMALA SITHARAMAN)
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(a) to (d): A Statement is laid on the Table of the House.

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