Question : Modern Warfare Equipment

(a) whether naval vessels are fully equipped with modern warfare equipment, to defend the maritime frontiers in high seas, keeping in view the fast changing technology scenario to sustain the Nation’s defence mobility capabilities to withstand the onslaught of any sudden eventuality;

(b) if so, whether the Defence Shipyards located in west and east coasts, have embarked upon expansion and modernization plans;

(c) if so, whether the said shipyards are able to meet the increasing demands of Indian Navy, Indian Coast Guard, etc.; and

(d) if so, the details thereof?

MINISTER OF STATE (DR. SUBHASH BHAMRE)
IN THE MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
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(a) Modernisation of Indian Navy is an ongoing process, which is undertaken in accordance with the Maritime Capability Perspective Plan and Long Term Integrated Perspective Plan. To ensure that Indian Navy units are ready to meet any emergent operational requirement, reviews are undertaken regularly to equip our forces with the latest weapons, sensors and equipments.

(b) to (d): Yes, Madam. The Defence Shipyards have undertaken comprehensive modernization program based on the requirement of the ongoing and future projects. The modernization program is intended not only to upgrade the existing infrastructure but also to expand their capacities so as to reduce build periods and increase productivity.
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