Defence Ministry Signs Rs 2,269 Crore Deal with BEL for Electronic Warfare Systems.

Defence | Dated: 13 Feb 2026

The Ministry of Defence has signed a contract worth Rs 2,269 crore with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) for the procurement of 11 Shakti Electronic Warfare Systems for the Indian Navy. The system is indigenously designed and developed by DRDO.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The Shakti EW system is capable of intercepting and jamming naval radars.
  • It will be installed on frontline warships of the Indian Navy.
  • This boosts the vision of "Atmanirbhar Bharat" in defence.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Deal: Shakti EW System.
  • Value: Rs 2269 Cr.
  • Company: BEL.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

The Ministry of Defence signed a deal with BEL to procure which Electronic Warfare System for the Indian Navy?

Correct Answer: Shakti EW System

🚀 Quick Recap:

About BEL

  • HQ – Bengaluru
  • CMD – Bhanu Prakash Srivastava