In a significant boost to India’s defence preparedness, the United States has approved a $93 million military sale that includes Javelin anti-tank guided missiles and Excalibur precision artillery projectiles.
The clearance underscores deepening India–US defence cooperation, especially in advanced battlefield technologies.
The announcement, edited by Harshit Sabarwal, confirms that these weapons will enhance India’s tactical capabilities across multiple terrains, including high-altitude zones like the northern borders.
What India Is Getting in the $93 Million Package
1. Javelin Anti-Tank Guided Missiles
Shoulder-launched, fire-and-forget missile system
Highly effective against tanks, bunkers, and armoured vehicles
Lock-on-before-launch capability
Top-attack mode for destroying heavily armoured targets
Used extensively by US and NATO forces
The system’s portability and accuracy make it ideal for mountain warfare — a key strategic area for India.
2. Excalibur Precision-Guided Artillery Projectiles
GPS-guided 155mm artillery round
High precision (within a few metres of the target)
Ideal for minimising collateral damage
Effective in dense terrain and sensitive border zones
Excalibur rounds significantly improve the Indian Army’s long-range strike capability.
🇮🇳 Why This Defence Deal Matters for India
✔ Strengthens infantry and artillery power
Javelins and Excalibur rounds enhance India’s readiness during high-intensity conflicts.
✔ Useful in high-altitude and border operations
Lightweight and precise weapons are critical for mountain warfare.
✔ Signals expanding India–US strategic partnership
The deal aligns with broader Indo–US cooperation under key defence agreements.
✔ Supports Make in India (indirectly)
Such purchases create pathways for future co-production and technology transfer discussions.
✔ Enhances deterrence
Advanced guided weapons increase India’s battlefield advantage.
Strategic Context
This sale comes at a time when:
India is modernising its armed forces
Tensions continue along certain border sectors
The Indo-Pacific region remains strategically sensitive
The US is strengthening alliances with India to counter regional challenges
Both nations view defence cooperation as central to regional security.
FAQs
1. What is the value of the defence sale?
The sale is valued at $93 million.
2. What weapons are included?
Javelin anti-tank missiles and Excalibur guided artillery rounds.
3. Why is the Javelin important?
It is a portable, highly accurate anti-tank weapon suited for mountain warfare.
4. What is Excalibur used for?
Precision long-range artillery strikes with minimal collateral damage.
5. Does this strengthen India–US relations?
Yes, the sale reflects growing military and strategic cooperation.
Published on : 20th November
Published by : SMITA
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Source Credit: Content based on report edited by Harshit Sabarwal.