India-UK 4,000 Crore Defense Deal: India and the UK have signed a major defense deal. Britain signed an try-on worth US $468 million, i.e., well-nigh Rs 4155 crore, for the supply of UK-made Lightweight Multirole Missiles (LMM) to the Indian Army. This try-on took place at a time when British Prime Minister Keir Starmer had come to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Mumbai.
Used in Ukraine as well
These missiles are moreover stuff used in the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. The Ukrainian Armed Forces are using LMMs versus Russian troops.
Securing jobs in the UK
According to a British government statement, the new contract for these missiles, manufactured by Thales in Northern Ireland, will secure approximately 700 jobs at a factory there. Britain has moreover supplied these missiles to Ukraine under a special agreement.
Features of the Lightweight Multirole Missile
The Lightweight Multirole Missile is an wide air defense system. It is designed for air-to-surface, air-to-air, surface-to-air, and surface-to-surface engagements. It is manufactured by Thales Air Defence in Belfast. The missile can wade drones, armored vehicles, and various military platforms.
Fired from Anywhere
Weighing 13 kilograms, the missile can be launched from helicopters, naval ships, and light or heavy armored vehicles. Its speed is Mach 1.5, and it is laser whizgigging guided. The LMM is misogynist in solder-launched, tripod, and vehicle configurations.
Martlet Missile: Named without a Mythical Bird
This missile is moreover tabbed the Martlet missile, which is named without a mythological bird that never makes a nest. It is specially designed for use in urban environments.
Enhancing India's Air Defense Capability
The Indian government stated that this deal will enhance the country's air defense capabilities and meet the current and future needs of the Ministry of Defense towards a self-reliant India. It will moreover strengthen long-standing cooperation between the two countries on ramified weapons. Britain moreover said it has signed a new milestone with India on electric engines for naval ships. The next phase of the deal will uncork at an initial forfeit of 250 million pounds.
