The Ministry of Defence has finalized a contract with Accord Software and Systems Private Limited (ASSPL) for the procurement of 20 Enhanced Capability Global Navigation Satellite System (ECGNSS) jammers. Valued at Rs 449 crore, this deal aims to strengthen the Indian Navy’s operational security by disrupting adversaries’ satellite navigation signals.
Designed to impair enemy GNSS receiver performance through signal degradation and deceptive jamming, these jammers will enable safer naval operations in complex threat environments. The product incorporates a minimum of 75 percent indigenous content, in line with the government’s push for self-reliance under the Buy (Indian-Indigenously Designed, Developed and Manufactured) category.
This move is part of India’s broader shift from a defence importer to a growing exporter and manufacturer of advanced technologies. Defence production has surged, and private sector participation has notably increased, contributing significantly to defence exports.
The contract signing took place in the presence of Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh, underscoring the government’s commitment to enhancing maritime security while supporting the Make-in-India initiative. This agreement underpins ongoing efforts to integrate cutting-edge indigenous technology into the country’s defence infrastructure.
Recent government statements reinforce the strategic importance of technological innovation in India’s defence. Sectors such as space, atomic energy, artificial intelligence, and quantum technology are pivotal to strengthening defence capabilities. Achievements in quantum-secure communication highlight India’s preparedness to address the demands of future warfare systems where real-time data and automated platforms are decisive.
Additionally, the government has allocated a defence budget of Rs 681,000 crore for the fiscal year 2026-27, marking a near 10 percent increase to sustain and enhance military preparedness and technological advancement.