National News: The Ministry of defence has launched a detailed review of military equipment purchases to ensure that no Chinese-made parts or components are being used. This move comes after several reports suggested that some suppliers might be including items from China in their supplies. The goal of this review is also to identify any weaknesses in the defence supply chain. To make the process more thorough, the ministry may bring in an external agency for assistance.
Why Is This Review Important?
The main purpose of this review is to ensure that Indian military equipment does not contain any Chinese or unauthorized local components. According to recent reports, some companies have increased the use of Indian-made parts in their equipment. However, it was also discovered that some critical parts are still being sourced from China. The Ministry is paying special attention to drone and anti-drone systems in this process.
The Additional Director General of the Army Design Bureau has clearly stated that the Army is committed to removing all Chinese products from its supply chain. Reducing reliance on foreign suppliers—particularly China—is now one of the Army’s top priorities.
Strict Monitoring
The agency assigned to assist the Ministry will closely examine things like patent ownership and production costs. It will keep an eye out for any cases where companies may under-report their development expenses. This kind of monitoring could lead to a rise in prices, but officials say it is necessary for national security.
Following the success of Operation Sindoor, the Ministry has fast-tracked the process of acquiring new military gear. Vendors who are suspected of using Chinese-made parts are under tight observation.
Chinese Components Pose a Risk to National Security
Chinese parts in defence equipment are seen as a potential security threat. In response to this, the Army is working closely with Indian companies to help them develop and produce critical components domestically. This effort is part of the larger ‘Make in India’ campaign, which aims to boost local manufacturing and reduce dependence on foreign countries.
The defence Ministry had previously cancelled a drone order after discovering that it contained Chinese-made parts. Officials said the presence of such components could risk national security. With this ongoing review, every piece of defence hardware will be checked thoroughly to make sure it meets security guidelines.
