New Delhi: The Indian government launches a fast-track procurement for 30 advanced Low-Level Lightweight Radars (LLLR-I) to bolster the Indian Army’s air defence network. Issued on February 6, the tender targets domestic companies with a budget of approximately Rs 725 crore.
Radar Capabilities and Surveillance Features
These radars deliver continuous 3D surveillance for friendly and hostile aerial targets, detecting threats at a minimum range of 50 kilometres. They provide wide beam coverage across multiple altitudes, effectively tracking low-flying aircraft, drones, and other aerial dangers.
Procurement Specifications
Tender documents outline the purchase of 30 LLLR-I units alongside two classroom-variant radars (CRV) for training. The LLLR-I systems excel at identifying and tracking targets with low radar cross-sections, serving as cutting-edge surveillance tools. The CRV models enable personnel to train hands-on with the equipment.
Vendor Requirements and Integration
Vendors must integrate the radars seamlessly with the Army’s existing air defence control and reporting systems. The tender restricts bids to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) or their authorized representatives, prioritizing OEMs in case of duplicates. The Indian Army will deploy all units.
This acquisition enhances the Army’s air defence infrastructure, accelerates response times, and improves low-altitude threat awareness along India’s borders.
