ANNUAL REPORT 2008-09 MINISTRY OF DEFENCE GOVERNMENT OF Annual Report 2008-09

Ministry of Defence

Contents

1 The Security Environment 1

2 Organisation and Functions of The Ministry of Defence 11

3 21

4 Indian 31

5 41

6 49

7 Defence Production 55

8 Defence Research and Development 79

9 Inter-Service Organisations 105

10 Recruitment and Training 117

11 Resettlement and Welfare of Ex-Servicemen 139

12 Cooperation Between the Armed Forces and Civil Authorities 151

13 National Cadet 159

14 Defence Cooperaton with Foreign Countries 169

15 Ceremonial and Other Activities 179

16 Activities of Vigilance Units 193

17. Empowerment and Welfare of Women 197

Appendices

I Matters Dealt with by the Departments of the Ministry of Defence 203 Ii Ministers, Chiefs of Staff and Secretaries who were in position from January 1, 2008 onwards 207 III Summary of latest Comptroller & Auditor (C&AG) Report on the working of Ministry of Defence 208

1

THE SECURITY ENVIRONMENT

Vigil at Siachen

1 Each of India’s neighbours is undergoing a transition, giving rise to varied political experiences and experiments. The menace of terrorism and the proliferation of arms, drugs and nuclear technology pose dangers that merit constant attention

1.1 The first decade of the 21st century policies are being watched as they are has made it increasingly evident that security expected to have a significant impact on threats are unconstrained by borders. India global and regional issues, as well as on lives in a difficult neighbourhood. Each of the security environment. The US-led global India’s neighbours is undergoing a transition, war on terrorism has shown mixed results. giving rise to varied political experiences The security situation in Iraq improved and experiments. Most of these transitions considerably. The security situation in are proceeding smoothly and have led to the Afghanistan deteriorated with the resurgence spread of democracy. However, the menace of the Taliban. In March 2009, after a policy of terrorism and proliferation of arms, drugs review, the US announced a comprehensive, and nuclear technology pose dangers that new strategy for Afghanistan and Pakistan, merit constant attention. In the midst of this emphasizing a regional approach. In the region, India continues to be a centre of economic activity, a beacon of democracy, aftermath of the terrorist attacks in , a bastion of stability and a champion of the US goal is to disrupt, dismantle and defeat peaceful coexistence and non-violence. Al Qaeda and its safe havens in Pakistan and to prevent their return to Pakistan or THE GLOBAL SECURITY ENVIRONMENT Afghanistan.

1.2 The developments in 2008, particularly 1.4 The strategic partnership between the challenges confronting the global India and Russia was further strengthened in financial system, created unprecedented 2008. Cooperation in strategic areas such as strains in the global security environment. defence, space and nuclear energy received The global financial crisis led to the onset of further impetus in 2008. During the State economic recession. The instability in the US Visit of the President of Russian Federation, financial system, largely due to the failure of a regulatory system, spread to the world Mr. Dmitry Medvedev to India on December economy with economic growth slowing 4-5, 2008, an agreement for construction of down in several countries. additional nuclear units at Kudankulam and at other sites and an agreement on India- 1.3 After a new Administration assumed Russia joint human space flight programme charge in the USA, US foreign and security were signed.

2 1.5 India and EU are strategic partners. all uranium enrichment related and other Europe is a major trade and economic proliferation sensitive nuclear activities. The partner of India and the strengthening situation in West Asia took a turn for the of our economic and political ties is an worse with tensions increasing sharply as important policy imperative. The annual the Israeli Defence Forces launched massive India-EU Summit was held in Marseilles in military strikes in the Gaza Strip. India has September 2008 at which the Joint Action had historical links with West Asia and has Plan was reviewed. New India-EU activities vital interests in the region, including in were identified for promoting peace and the energy and food security areas. India comprehensive security. India has an annual therefore, seeks promotion of stability in security dialogue with the EU. the region. The Central Asian Region is also endowed with energy resources. India has 1.6 India and Japan have established historical and civilizational links with the a strategic and global partnership, based countries of Central Asia and pursues a non- on shared interests and values and on intrusive and collaborative approach to advancing bilateral, regional and multilateral promote stability in the region. cooperation in the interests of promoting peace, stability and development in Asia and 1.8 India’s ‘Look East’ policy envisages beyond. The two countries share a common progressive and multifaceted integration interest in the safety and security of the sea with South East Asia to create conditions lanes of communication, as well as in other for long-term economic growth, areas, including the fight against terrorism, interdependence and prosperity in Asia. peace-keeping and disaster management. This India’s role in the ASEAN Regional Forum vision is reflected in the Joint Declaration on and the East Asia Summit is aimed at Security Cooperation that was signed during building a new architecture of stability and the Prime Minister’s visit to Japan on October peace in the region. 22, 2008. Both countries have agreed to 1.9 The African region is witnessing develop a specific Action Plan on the basis of changing influence patterns both in the the Joint Declaration. security and economic 1.7 The international India’s ‘Look East’ policy domains. The increase in community remains envisages progressive and piracy targeting merchant concerned about the Iranian multifaceted integration vessels off the coast of East nuclear programme. The UN with South East Asia to Africa poses dangers to Security Council Resolution create conditions for long- safety of the sea lanes. The 1835 adopted in September term economic growth, emergence of Somalia as 2008 urged the Iranian interdependence and a hub for terrorists having government to suspend prosperity in Asia. linkages with transnational

3 organized crime is a cause of 1.11 Stability in Afghanistan India has striven to major concern globally. The is in our strategic interest. give its neighbours has been actively India has therefore invested stakes in its own involved in combating maritime heavily in the reconstruction growth, through piracy in the region. of Afghanistan's war damaged trade, investment and infrastructure and in the INDIA’S REGIONAL SECURITY services. At the same development of its indigenous ENVIRONMENT time, India continues capacity in different fields. to take all measures The continued deterioration 1.10 For its further growth and for the security of the internal security prosperity, India needs a secure and safety of all its situation in Afghanistan and and peaceful periphery. Working citizens. the resurgence of Taliban, in that direction, India has striven Al Qaeda and other terrorist to give its neighbours stakes in its groups since 2006 constitute own growth, through trade, investment and a threat to stability of the entire South and services. At the same time, India continues to Central Asian region. The terrorist attack take all measures for the security and safety on the Indian Embassy in Kabul on July 7, of all its citizens. 2008, in which five Embassy personnel

Raksha Mantri addressing Troops at Baramulla in Jammu &

4 and a large number of Afghan nationals 1.13 The expanding footprint of extremist were killed, demonstrated that India’s and terrorist organisations in Pakistan and efforts at reconstruction and development the fact that many of them have a known were implacably opposed by these groups. record of terrorist attacks against India Security in southern and eastern Afghanistan amounts to a security challenge with serious is closely related to developments in implications for us. The continuing links the bordering regions of Pakistan where of these organisations with organs of the sanctuaries provide the bases from which Pakistan State adds greater complexities and dangers to the evolving situation confronting these terrorist groups operated. The us. Strengthening of our security apparatus convergence of extremist and terrorist both internally and on our frontiers is, groups in Afghanistan with those operating therefore, a national priority of the highest out of Pakistan, often with the patronage order. Pakistan’s history of military and of its State agencies, has consequently quasi-military adventurism underscores the contributed immensely to the deterioration seriousness of the threat we face. of India's external security environment. 1.14 India has a strategic and cooperative 1.12 Security related developments in partnership with the People’s Republic of Pakistan also continued to impact on our China, which has been further progressed regional security environment. Although as during high level visits in 2008-09. The two in previous years the FATA areas and the countries are seeking to build a relationship NWFP as a whole remained the principal of friendship and trust, based on equality, areas of extremist activity and violence, the in which each is sensitive to the concerns year also witnessed a marked rise in terrorist and aspirations of the other. The armed incidents all over Pakistan, including in the forces of the two countries are engaged in capital, Islamabad. The unimpeded growth building greater understanding through joint of extremist and terrorist organisations in military exercises, through a regular defence Pakistan was marked by an increase in dialogue since 2007 and through exchanges ceasefire violations, continued infiltrations of military delegations. India and China are across the LoC, as also major terrorist also engaged in negotiations on the Boundary attacks. All this placed an immense strain Question and have agreed to maintain peace on the India-Pakistan Composite Dialogue and tranquility in the border areas through process. The terrorist attack on Mumbai in the implementation of mutually agreed confidence building measures, pending the November 2008 and the clear evidence that final settlement of the boundary issue. the attack was planned and launched by Pakistan have thereafter led to a pause in the 1.15 India has taken note of China’s process. statement in the White Paper on China’s

5 National Defence in 2008 that it will never environment in the neighbourhood of seek hegemony or engage in military India. Consequently, China’s defence expansion now or in the future, no matter modernization needs to be monitored how developed it becomes. India has carefully in the foreseeable future for the also taken note of the double digit growth implications that it can have on the security in Chinese defence expenditures over and defence of India. Similarly, its military the previous 20 years, which has led to assistance and cooperation with Pakistan and other countries in our neighbourhood, significant modernization of its defence as well as the possibility of enhancing forces, both in terms of quality and quantity. connectivity with Pakistan through the China’s stated objectives, in their White territory of Jammu & Kashmir, illegally Paper, of developing strategic and occupied by China and Pakistan and with space-based assets and of rapidly enhancing other countries will also have direct military its blue-water navy to conduct operations implications for India. India will engage in distant waters, as well as the systematic China to seek greater transparency and upgrading of infrastructure, reconnaissance openness in its defence policy and posture, and surveillance, quick response and while taking all necessary measures to operational capabilities in the border areas, protect the national security, territorial will have an effect on the overall military integrity and sovereignty of India.

‘Sarang’ an Indian Air Force Air Display Team in action

6 1.16 Nepal witnessed a major political transition. Bhutan displayed courage and transition from monarchy to a republican good neighbourliness in acting against form of government during the year. The military camps and bases or operations of Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist) formed Indian insurgent groups, in the interest of a coalition government, with Mr. Pushpa mutual security. Kamal Dhal ‘Prachanda’ as the Prime Minister. 1.18 Developments in Bangladesh have an Bilateral high level visits since the formation of influence on India’s security as India shares the new government include those of the new long land borders with Bangladesh. India Prime Minister of Nepal to India in September has sought to engage Bangladesh in a wide- and November 2008 and of the External ranging dialogue, including on developmental Affairs Minister to Nepal in November 2008, and security issues. The restoration of during which both sides agreed to work democracy in Bangladesh, after two years of together to further the bilateral relationship. rule by a caretaker government was a positive Existing bilateral mechanisms have since been development for the region and for India- reactivated. Considerable challenges remain Bangladesh relations. The Awami League led to Nepal’s peace process. A fragile situation Grand Alliance won more than a three fourth in Nepal poses challenges to India’s security, majority in the Jatiya Sansad in the elections especially in view of the open border between held in December 2008. Under the new the two countries. A stable and prosperous government, Bangladesh is expected to focus Nepal is in India’s interest. on social and economic development. India looks forward to a further intensification of 1.17 India has close ties with Bhutan. bilateral ties, especially in relation to India’s Elections were held in March 2008 within security concerns regarding Indian insurgent the framework of the new Constitution. India groups from the North East and other forces and Bhutan have also signed a new Treaty of inimical to India operating from its territory. Friendship, consistent with the contemporary circumstances. India continued with the 1.19 The security situation in Sri Lanka policy of deepening its political, economic, underwent a major change in the year under cultural and social ties with Bhutan by review. The Sri Lankan Army has succeeded extending help in the implementation of in taking control of areas held by LTTE since the latter’s 9th Five Year Plan. India has the internal strife began. India has been committed to continue to extend its support concerned about the humanitarian cost of the to the regime in Bhutan. In the recent past, conflict and has actively worked to ensure the Bhutanese government has outlined its the safety and welfare of the affected civilian plans to democratize the nation. India has population. India has advocated a political conveyed willingness to extend all possible solution of the conflict and is committed to support to Bhutan for accomplishing this a peaceful resolution of the conflict, taking

7 into account the interests of all of minimum deterrence, communities, including the Tamil While maintaining a India has announced a population, within a united Sri posture of minimum policy of no-first-use and a Lanka. deterrence, India has policy of non-use against announced a policy of non-nuclear weapon 1.20 Maldives is a friendly no-first-use and a policy states. India also continues neighbour of India situated in of non-use against non- to maintain a voluntary, a strategic region of the Indian nuclear weapon states. unilateral moratorium Ocean. Democratic elections on nuclear testing. India were held in Maldives resulting consistently pursued the in a change of government. India has objective of global disarmament based on the traditionally had a friendly relationship with principles of universality, non-discrimination Maldives and will continue to work towards and effective compliance. the further deepening of bilateral ties. During the visit of the Maldivian President to India, a 1.23 India is looking at nuclear power as number of bilateral agreements were signed a safe, secure and clean energy resource for to further strengthen the bilateral relations. meeting its growing development needs. The growing defence ties between the In September 2008, the Nuclear Suppliers two countries are a factor of stability in the Group (NSG) adopted a decision enabling region. India to resume full civil nuclear cooperation with the international community. India 1.21 Myanmar, strategically located at the also signed an Agreement on Application tri-junction of South and Southeast Asia, holds of Safeguards to Civilian Nuclear Facilities great importance for India in comprehensive (ISSA) with the IAEA. Following the decision security terms. India provided prompt relief of the NSG, India has entered into nuclear to Myanmar when cyclone Nargis devastated Myanmar’s coast in May 2008. Myanmar’s cooperation agreements with , Russia, adoption of a new Constitution, following US and Kazakhstan that will help develop a referendum in May 2008, paves the way India’s nuclear energy industry and meet its for elections in 2010. India desires a stable burgeoning energy needs. Myanmar with an inclusive and broad based 1.24 The need for enhanced maritime national reconciliation process, including security has to be seen in the backdrop of a ethnic groups. High level visits and regular long coastline facing the Arabian Sea on the consultations continued throughout the year. West, the Bay of Bengal to the east and the India is engaging Myanmar in the economic, vast Indian Ocean in the South. Increased energy and power sectors. economic activity along the coast and the 1.22 India’s credible minimum deterrence growth of major towns has heightened this plays an important role in the regional necessity. security calculus. While maintaining a posture

8 1.25 Over the recent years, The Indian Navy has been maritime issues like the security of The Indian Navy given the overall responsibility sea-lanes, piracy on the high seas, has been given the for maritime security which energy security, WMD, terrorism overall responsibility includes coastal and offshore etc have become important for maritime security security. They will be assisted elements in India’s security. which includes coastal by the Coast Guard, State The Indian Navy has played an and offshore security. Marine Police and other outstanding role in curbing piracy Central and State agencies. in parts of Indian Ocean. The The DG Coast Guard has efforts of the Indian Navy have been widely been designated as Commander Coastal appreciated and contribute to regional and Command and will be responsible for overall global security. coordination between the Central and State agencies in all matters relating to coastal 1.26 The Mumbai terror attacks, which security. were perpetrated by a group of terrorists who came to Mumbai from Karachi via the sea, 1.27 A number of measures are being have once again highlighted the importance operationalised for strengthening coastal of the maritime dimension in India’s security. security including, setting up of Joint

Marine Commandos in action

9 Operation Centres. Further, assets and was communal violence which also led to manpower of Coast Guard are being communal tension and confrontation in certain enhanced to meet the growing challenge of other States of the country. There were some threats from the sea and coastal surveillance instances of major and prolonged agitations requirements. A system for continuous and during the year, which led to disturbance of coordinated monitoring of coastal security public order and disruption of normal life in has been put in place. the affected areas such as, the agitation by the Gujjars in in pursuance of their INTERNAL SECURITY CHALLENGES demands for being given Scheduled Tribe Status, the agitation in Jammu & Kashmir in the 1.28 The internal security scenario in the wake of the controversy relating to the transfer country can be broadly seen in terms of of land to the Shri Amarnath Yatra Shrine various specific theatres which have been Board, and in West Bengal, in the context of witnessing a mixed hue of separatist, ethnic the demand for a separate Gorkhaland State. and other forms of violence, subversive/ terrorist/ extremist activity in Jammu & 1.30 Following the Mumbai terror attack, Kashmir and some insurgency in some North the Government has taken a number of steps Eastern States, particularly, Assam, Manipur to further strengthen the internal security and Nagaland; Naxalite violence in some apparatus, including the establishment of areas of certain States, particularly in Andhra National Investigation Agency, enactment of Pradesh, Bihar, , and Unlawful Activities Prevention Amendment Orissa; periodic incidents of terrorist attacks Act, 2008 to deal with various facets of and blasts etc., in various parts of the terrorism and making the Multi Agency hinterland; communal tensions and violence; Centre (MAC) in the Intelligence Bureau and sporadic incidents and episodes which functional on 24x7 basis to share intelligence may affect public order through large scale with all other Central and State agencies. agitations, street violence etc. The strengthening of security forces, law enforcement machinery, intelligence and 1.29 While the overall situation in the coordination amongst diverse agencies and country, seen in the light of the above, with the States, is also being attended to on remained largely under control during 2008, priority. the occurrence of a number of major terrorist incidents and bomb blasts etc., in different 1.31 India faced daunting security parts of the country, including the terrorist challenges which are spread along the entire attack in Mumbai in November 2008, raised spectrum of conflict. These challenges are serious concerns about the internal security interrelated and they span the political, scenario. On the communal front also, while economic, military and technological the situation, in macro terms, has remained, dimensions; consequently, the responses by and large, under control, there were to these also have to be inclusive of these disturbing incidents in some parts of the dimensions, for which the country and its country, particularly in Orissa where there defence forces are fully geared.

10 2

ORGANISATION AND FUNCTIONS OF THE MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

Vigil at Siachen

Prime Minister and Raksha Mantri with three Service Chiefs at the Combined Commanders’ Conference

11 The principal task of the Ministry is to frame policy directions on defence and security related matters and communicate them for implementation to the Services Headquarters, ISOs, Production Establishments and Research & Development Organisations

ORGANISATIONAL SET-UP AND the activities of the four Departments in the FUNCTIONS Ministry.

2.1 After independence Ministry of DEPARTMENTS Defence was created under the charge of 2.3 The principal task of the Ministry is a Cabinet Minister, and, each Service was to frame policy directions on defence and placed under its own Commander-in-Chief. security related matters and communicate In 1955, the Commanders-in-Chief were them for implementation to the Services renamed as the Chief of the Army Staff, the Headquarters, Inter-Service Organisations, Chief of the Naval Staff and the Chief of the Production Establishments and Research & Air Staff. In November 1962, a Department of Development Organisations. It is required Defence Production was set up to deal with to ensure effective implementation of the research, development and production of Government’s policy directions and the defence equipment. In November 1965, the execution of approved programmes within Department of Defence Supplies was created the allocated resources. for planning and execution of schemes for 2.4 The principal functions of the import substitution of defence requirements. Departments are as follows: These two Departments were later merged to form the Department of Defence (i) The Department of Defence deals with Production and Supplies. In 2004, the name the (IDS) and of Department of Defence Production and three Services and various Inter-Service Organisations. It is also responsible Supplies was changed to Department of for the Defence Budget, establishment Defence Production. In 1980, the Department matters, defence policy, matters relating of Defence Research and Development was to Parliament, defence co-operation created. In 2004, the Department of Ex- with foreign countries and co-ordination Servicemen Welfare was created. of all defence related activities.

2.2 The Defence Secretary functions as (ii) The Department of Defence Production head of the Department of Defence and is is headed by a Secretary and deals additionally responsible for co-ordinating with matters pertaining to defence

12 production, indigenisation of imported 2.7 Jointness within the Services: A stores, equipment and spares, planning number of Committees have been instituted and control of departmental production to improve Jointness in Decision-making, units of the Ordnance Factory Board Operations, Perspective Planning, Forces and Defence Public Sector Undertakings Development, Intelligence, Doctrine, (DPSUs). Training, Logistics, Personnel Management, (iii) The Department of Defence Research Communications and Information Warfare. and Development is headed by a New Inter Service Working Groups have Secretary, who is the Scientific Adviser been constituted on Information Security, to the Raksha Mantri. Its function is to Combat Identification, Precision Force, Area advise the Government on scientific Missile Defence, Terrorism and Integrated aspects of military equipment and Logistic Support. logistics and the formulation of 2.8 Defence Planning Process: The research, design and development plans Defence Planning Process is being for equipment required by the Services. strengthened as part of the follow up of the (iv) The Department of Ex-Servicemen Group of Ministers’ Report on Security. Welfare is headed by a Secretary and Draft National Security Strategy and Defence deals with all resettlement, welfare and Planning Guidelines have been prepared pensionary matters of Ex-Servicemen. by HQ IDS and are being evaluated. The 2.5 A list of subjects dealt with by various Defence Capability Strategy and the Defence Departments and Finance Division of the Capability Plan are under preparation. Ministry of Defence is given in Appendix-I to 2.9 Joint Doctrines: The Joint this report. Doctrine for Amphibious Operations and HEADQUARTERS INTEGRATED DEFENCE Doctrine for Employment of Joint Special STAFF (HQ IDS) Forces for strategic and operational level tasks were released on September 9 and September 2.6 HQ IDS was created on October 30, 2008 respectively. Joint Psychological 1, 2001 based on the recommendation of Operations Doctrine, Joint Doctrine on Sub the Group of Ministers which was setup Conventional Warfare, Joint Space Doctrine in 2000 post Kargil to review the Nation’s and Doctrine on Joint Maritime Operations higher defence management. Since then, are in the process of being prepared. HQ IDS has been acting as the single point organisation for inculcating jointness and 2.10 Multi National Peace Keeping synergy between the Armed Forces, by way Exercise: AMAN SENA, an exercise on of integrating policy, doctrine, war fighting United Nations mandated, integrated Peace and procurement. Support Operations (UNPSO) was conducted

13 Release of Joint Special Forces Doctrine by Chiefs of the three Services by the College of Defence Management directions towards a fully integrated approach from May 21 to 29, 2008 under the aegis of in implementing Information Technology HQ IDS. The exercise was a first of its kind matters in the MoD, three Services and endeavour by India in which 35 officers from various organisations under MoD. The CISC the Armed Forces of 13 countries of Indian is the Chairman of this committee which has Ocean Region besides 45 officers from India members from MoD, three Services, Ministry were given an exposure to the nuances of of Communications & IT and DRDO, and co- complex UN Peace Support Operations. opted Members from Academia, Industry and other Government organisations. 2.11 Defence Information Technology Consultative Committee (DITCC): This 2.12 Centre of Excellence: In order to Committee has been constituted for joint develop and customize indigenous products interaction between the MoD, Armed Forces, available in the realms of Information Academia and Industry to synergise and steer Security and Information Assurance, a Centre

14 of Excellence on Information Assurance union from December 6-8, 2008. President (COEIA) has been set up at IIT Kharagpur of India was the Chief Guest for the for information technology related activities occasion. In addition to the Governors of with the initial funding from MoD. This Punjab and Arunachal Pradesh and Chiefs centre will be the umbrella organisation of three Services, alumni both serving and for provisioning of information assurance retired, attended a wide variety of events to related R & D projects for MoD and the three commemorate the historic occasion. Services. SERVICES HEADQUARTERS 2.13 Centre for Studies 2.16 The three Services Headquarters, (CENJOWS): The nascent think tank viz., the Army Headquarters, the Naval organisation, Centre for Joint Warfare Studies Headquarters and the Air Headquarters under the stewardship of Patron-in-Chief, the function under the Chief of the Army Raksha Mantri carried out a host of activities Staff (COAS), the Chief of the Naval Staff towards furtherance of intellectual thinking (CNS) and the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) in the field of Defence Strategy and Regional respectively. They are assisted by their Security. Prominent among these were Principal Staff Officers (PSOs). The Inter- Seminars on ‘Indian Way of War Fighting’ Service Organisations, under the Department and ‘Indian Experience in Force Projection’ of Defence are responsible for carrying and round table discussions on ‘India China out tasks related to common needs of the Security Dynamics’ and ‘Perspective on three Services such as medical care, public Central Asia and Implications for India’. relations and personnel management of Seminal work has been carried out in a study civilian staff in the Defence Headquarters. on Evolution of Joint Framework for National 2.17 A number of Committees dealing with Security Decision Making. defence related activities assist the Raksha 2.14 Seminar on Amphibious Warfare: A Mantri. The Chiefs of Staff Committee is Tri Services seminar on Amphibious Warfare a forum for the Service Chiefs to discuss was conducted at from January 19 to matters having a bearing on the activities of 20, 2009. Leading strategic analysts of the the Services and also to advise the Ministry. Nation presented papers at the Seminar The position of Chairman of the Chiefs of which was attended by Service Chiefs and Staff Committee devolves on the longest senior serving and retired officers. serving Chief of Staff, and consequently rotates amongst the three Services. 2.15 Diamond Jubilee Re-Union: The premier tri service military training institution 2.18 Information regarding the Ministers in of the country National Defence Academy the Ministry of Defence, the Chiefs of Staff, at Pune celebrated its Diamond Jubilee Re- the Secretaries in the Departments of the

15 Ministry and the Secretary (Defence Finance)/ DEFENCE (FINANCE) Financial Advisor (Defence Services) who held positions from January 1, 2008 onwards 2.21 Finance Division in the Ministry of is given in Appendix-II to this report. Defence, deals with all matters having a financial implication. This Division is headed ESTABLISHMENT OF ARMED FORCES by Secretary (Defence Finance)/ Financial TRIBUNAL Adviser (Defence Services) and is fully integrated with the Ministry of Defence and 2.19 The Government have decided to performs an advisory role. establish an (AFT) for the adjudication or trial of disputes and 2.22 To facilitate greater combat readiness complaints with respect to commission, and quicker decision making, Ministry of appointments, enrolment and conditions of Defence enjoys enhanced delegated financial service in respect of persons subject to the powers in consultation with Finance Division. Army Act, 1950, the Navy Act, 1957 and With a view to ensuring transparency in the Air Force Act, 1950 and also to provide exercise of these powers and compliance for appeals arising out of orders, findings with laid down policy guidelines, Defence or sentences of Courts Martial held under procurement Procedure and Defence the said Acts and for matters connected Procurement Manual were brought out in therewith or incidental thereto. 2005. While the Defence Procurement Procedure deals with capital acquisitions, 2.20 The Armed Forces Tribunal Act, 2007 the Defence Procurement Manual deals (55 of 2007) has been notified on December with revenue procurements. The Defence 28, 2007. The Act has come into force w.e.f. Procurement Procedure and Defence June 15, 2008. Establishment of the Tribunal is Procurement Manual were revised in 2006 to yet to be notified. The Principal Bench of AFT incorporate experiences gained since 2005. is being set up at . The Tribunal will have three courts each in The Armed Forces 2.23 The Defence the Principal Bench at New Tribunal Act, 2007 has Procurement Procedure 2006 Delhi and Regional Benches come into force w.e.f. was an attempt to establish a at and Lucknow, June15, 2008 with its formalized set of guidelines for and one each in Regional Principal Bench at New capital acquisition processes. Benches at , Kochi, Delhi and Justice A.K. A provision for a periodical Guwahati, , Mumbai Mathur, former Judge, review had been incorporated and . Justice A.K. Supreme Court, has in that compendium as it was Mathur, former Judge, Supreme assumed the charge recognized that there would Court, has assumed the charge as Chairperson of the always be scope for further as Chairperson of the Tribunal. Tribunal. improvement. The experience

16 of past two years and The Defence Procurement 2.25 Defence Procurement Manual 2006 contained the feedback received from those Procedure 2008 aims procedure to be followed involved in its implementation at ensuring expeditious for procurements out of have been incorporated procurement and puts the revenue budget. This into Defence Procurement emphasis on highest Manual has been revised in Procedure 2008. degree of probity and consultation with the Services 2.24 The Defence public accountability, and other Departments of the Procurement Procedure transparency in operations, Ministry of Defence, taking 2008 aims at ensuring free competition and into account the experience expeditious procurement of impartiality. gained since the promulgation the approved requirements of DPM 2006. The revised of the Armed Forces in terms of capabilities Defence Procurement Manual 2009 (DPM sought. It puts emphasis on highest degree 2009), issued in March 2009 is effective from of probity and public accountability, June 1, 2009. transparency in operations, free competition 2.26 The procedure laid down in DPM and impartiality. In addition, the goal of 2009 is applicable to all wings of the Ministry achieving self-reliance in defence equipment of Defence and Defence Services, as well as is also kept in mind. It contains significant organizations such as the Coast Guard and changes aimed at strengthening the JAKLI for which budgetary allocation is made procurement framework and making it more in the Demand for Grants of the Ministry transparent and impartial. These include the of Defence (Civil). The revised Manual is broad details of the trial methodology to also applicable to procurement of certain form part of the Request for Proposals so that capital items, medical equipment (both under vendors are aware at the outset itself of the revenue and capital heads) and to purchases modalities by which their products will be made by the Defence Services from grants evaluated. Directions to vendors during the placed at their disposal by other Ministries course of trials and results of the evaluations and Departments. The Ordnance Factories along with reasons for disqualification, if and the Defence Research & Development any, will now be communicated in writing Organization will continue to follow their own to them and placed on record. Further, the Manuals which, however, would need to be offset policy, which requires foreign vendors reviewed to bring them in conformity with the involved in projects to actively invest in provisions of DPM 2009. Indian firms and joint ventures, has been rationalized to include offset credit banking 2.27 The main objective of the revision which will enable foreign participants to has been to simplify the procedure, provide create offset programmes in anticipation of enough flexibility without compromising future obligations. on transparency and propriety, as also to

17 remove the difficulties experienced while amendments have been carried out in processing purchase proposals under DPM Purchase Management – 2006 document. 2006. Two new chapters have been added 2.29 Finance Division prepares and in DPM 2009. One of these chapters monitors Defence Services Estimates, Civil deals with offloading of partial/ complete Estimates of the Ministry of Defence and the refits/ repairs of ships/ submarines/ crafts/ Estimates in respect of Defence Pensions. assets to Indian PSUs/ private shipyards/ Break-up of the actual expenditure for the trade. The other chapter deals with design, years 2006-07 and 2007-08, as also the development and fabrication contracts. This Revised Estimates for 2008-09 and Budget should facilitate placement of developmental Estimates for 2009-10 are given in the Table orders aimed at indigenization and import No. 2.1 and charts at the end of this chapter. substitution. 2.30 Summary of latest report of the 2.28 With a view to bringing in more Comptroller & Auditor General on the transparency and clarity in procurement working of the Ministry of Defence is given procedure in DRDO, comprehensive in Appendix III to this Annual Report.

Table 2.1 Service/ Department-wise Break-up of Defence Expenditure (Rs. in crores)

Service/ Department (Rev+Cap) 2006-07 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 Actuals Actuals RE BE Army 39577.85 45803.35 59058.57 76117.23 Navy 16198.16 15885.41 17312.77 20604.02 Air Force 24274.24 23593.95 29271.37 34432.26 DDP DGOF -252.70 -38.89 1502.18 1505.45 DGQA 335.87 331.92 517.57 562.50 Total 83.17 293.03 2019.75 2067.95 R&D 5361.22 6104.54 6937.54 8481.54 Total 85494.64 91680.28 114600.00 141703.00 ddp–Department of Defence Production DGOF– Directorate General of Ordnance Factories DGQA– Directorate General of Quality Assurance R & D– Research & Development

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INDIAN ARMY

Raksha Mantri and senior officers of the Indian Army at Kaman Aman Setu near Uri in J&K A T-90 Tank marching past the saluting base during Parade

21 The Indian Army stands vigil along the border - watchful, prepared for any sacrifice - so that the people of the country may live in peace and with honour

3.1 The infusion of high technology Army has to be prepared for multi spectrum based precision weaponry has enhanced orientation changes and be always a `Ready the lethality of future warfare manifold. The and Relevant Army’ as per anticipated spectrum of threat ranges from the nuclear challenges of the future. to the conventional and the asymmetric, 3.4 Mechanised Forces: The Mechanised with terrorism emerging like a hydra-headed Forces, which constitute a significant monster. The rigours of climate i.e., the glacial and essential segment of Defence Forces heights and extreme cold, dense mountainous with a formidable combat potential and jungles and the heat and simoom of the operational worth are moving towards a major deserts also need to be factored. The ethos of technological shift. The effort to modernize the Army is ingrained in all soldiers with an Mechanised Forces continues, wherein unwavering will to succeed, accepting their additional quantities of ATGMs for BMP-2 grave responsibility and an unbridled ability to and T-90 tank have been contracted with M/s give their lives for others. BDL. The ICV BMP-2/2K is being modernized by upgrading its existing NBC System, Fire 3.2 The Indian Army has time and again Detection and Suppression System and also lived up to its tradition of valour, heroism, providing an upgraded new Power pack. sacrifice and fortitude. It stands vigil along The scheme to fit environmental control the border - watchful, prepared for any for ICV BMP-2 is in an advanced stage of sacrifice - so that the people of the country procurement. Additional BFSR (MR) mounted may live in peace and with honour. on HMV TATRA is also being procured. MODERNISATION OF ARMY 3.5 : The artillery is acquiring an array of guns, and systems with 3.3 A pragmatic vision of the shape, long ranges and superior firepower as also size and role of the Army in the long term state-of-the-art surveillance systems. This will perspective makes the modernization process enhance the range, accuracy and lethal power of the Army dynamic and the technology of the artillery and make it a more potent force process more towards development of a in the future besides extending its reach to the Threat Cum Capability Based Force’. The operational and strategic depth.

22 3.6 Weapon System: (a) BrahMos Weapon System: BrahMos Supersonic is an all weather, fire-and-forget missile capable of being launched from land, sea, sub-sea and air with a range of approximately 290 Kilometers.

(b) Smerch Multi System (MLRS): This Russian versatile and devastating MLRS is already in service.

(c) Pinaka Multi Barrel Rocket Launcher System (MBRLS): This is an indigenous MBRL. It is expected that the first consignment of equipment will be handed over to the Army soon.

23 3.7 Upgradation of Vehicle Platform: The Army Aviation existing Vehicle Platform of GRAD BM-21 is of 1980 vintage and requires upgradation. 3.13 The procedure to strengthen Army Consequently, upgraded vehicle platforms Aviation by replacing the existing helicopter are under procurement. fleet with Reconnaissance and Surveillance Helicopters having better capabilities and 3.8 Development of Indigenous 130 capacity is being pursued. Army is also in the mm Cargo : Ordnance Factory process of acquiring weaponised platforms Board (OFB) successfully demonstrated based on the indigenously manufactured the indigenous 130mm Cargo ammunition Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH). produced by them in technical collaboration with IMI, Israel. Engineers

3.9 Electronic Fuzes: Electronic Fuzes 3.14 The capability of Corps of Engineers is for 105mm, 103mm and 155 mm guns for being strengthened by replacing existing bridge point detonation, VT and carrier shells were systems with state of the art indigenous bridges, introduced into service after the due process which will enhance tactical mobility of our of trial evaluation. field formations. Procurement of new earth 3.10 Upgraded Indigenous Forward moving plants and material handling cranes is Observation Simulator (UI FOS): Bharat also being done to reduce the fatigue factor for Electronics Limited (BEL), Bangalore has troops. successfully developed an Indigenous Forward Observation Simulator. Signals

3.11 Joint Training: A long term 3.15 The Corps of Signals has taken a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) has number of major strides in consolidating the been signed between India and Singapore for various networks of Indian Army. ASCON training of SAF Artillery personnel at the School and Command Integrated Network links of Artillery, Devlali. A bilateral training exercise have been consolidated into one Army between Indian Army and Singapore Armed network. Defence Communication Network, Forces (named ‘Exercise Warrior’) was a prestigious tri-service project, will provide conducted in November 2008. connectivity to strategic elements of Army, Navy, Air Force and IDS. Upgradation of Army Air Defence ASCON, which will incorporate concept 3.12 The major focus is to acquire and of integrated surveillance system and replace vintage missile systems and acquire ASCON Hotspots, has been planned. New a common successor for AD Gun Systems. indigenous Radio Sets with Frequency To enhance the surveillance and fire control Hopping capability and Data transfer facility capabilities, it is planned to procure 3D have been issued to the field formations to Tactical Control Radars and successor of improve the capability of Network Centricity existing Fire Control Radars. in the Army.

24 Infantry procuring specialised items for the Ghatak Platoons of Infantry Battalions. 3.16 The present situation in the region warrants state-of-the-art systems for the 3.17 Containerised vehicles for Infantry. The focus is to enhance the fire communication systems and light specialist power and personal protection. This is vehicles (multipurpose) are under trial being achieved through endeavour for evaluation and are likely to be procured in the next financial year. better quality personal weapons, thermal imaging devices, mine protected vehicles and improved radio communication systems. A contract has been signed for 3.18 The Territorial Army (TA) is a voluntary, part time Army consisting of supply of Boot Anti Mines for use by otherwise gainfully employed Indian citizens, Infantry. Bullet proof vehicles and shot eager to perform their role in the country’s guns are being procured for counter defence in the event of national emergency insurgency operations. Incidents like by relieving the Regular Army of their static 26/11 have underlined the need to equip duties and by aid to civil authorities in dealing all infantry battalions suitably for rapid with natural calamities and maintenance of reaction. This is being achieved by essential services.

COAS at the Piping Ceremony to formally induct famous cricketer Kapil Dev into Territorial Army

25 3.19 Raising of Additional Companies: Table 3.1 Two additional Companies each for 127 Terrorists Neutralised by Inf Bn TA (Eco) and 130 Inf Bn TA (Eco) (from January 2008 to March 2009) have been raised in March 2008. These are being funded by the State Government of (i) Killed 224 Uttarakhand. (ii) Surrendered 27

3.20 Raising of TA Gp HQ at Northern (iii) Apprehended 116 Command: The proposal to raise the TA Gp HQ at has been Table 3.2 approved. Recoveries Made by Rashtriya Rifles Rashtriya Rifles (RR) (from January 2008 to March 2009) (i) Rifles (All Types) 322 3.21 RR remains the Counter Insurgency/ (ii) Pistol 134 Counter Terrorist Arm of the Indian (iii) LMG/UMG 14 Army. The kind of surgical operations (iv) RL/UBGL 58 being carried out now-a-days has resulted in drastic reduction in own casualties. (v) Grenades 1507 Operational performance of Rashtriya (vi) Improvised Explosive 145 Rifles has been exemplary. This has been Devices possible due to high motivation level of (vii) RS 159 troops, a good intelligence network and (viii) Explosives 549.9 Kgs. an excellent rapport with local population (ix) Ammunition 46,307 rds. and civil administration. However, success in proxy war has not been without a cost. 3.23 Honours and Awards: In keeping Many gallant officers and men of Rashtriya with the highest traditions of the Army, the Rifles have made the supreme sacrifice in force proved its mettle in battling militancy the relentless pursuit of our objective. with exemplary professionalism. The success of the Force in various operations leading to Achievements general improvement of situation is borne out 3.22 Achievements of by the honours and awards Rashtriya Rifles formations During the period from won by the Rashtriya Rifle and units from January January 2008 to March units and personnel. The total 2008 to March 2009 are 2009, Rashtriya Rifles have tally of awards from January given in Table 3.1 and killed 224 terrorists and 1, 2008 till January 26, 2009 Table 3.2. apprehended 116. is given in Table 3.3.

26 Table 3.3 by terrorists have declined significantly in Sr. Awards Total comparison to the preceding year. The secure No environment thus created, enabled a high (a) Ashok Chakra 02 voter turnout in the recent assembly elections (b) 07 in the State, thereby contributing towards the (c) Ati Vishishta Seva Medal 03 strengthening of the democratic process. (d) Chakra 20 Situation on the Borders (e) (Gallantry) 109 (f) Sena Medal (Devotion to 15 3.26 (a) / International duty) Border (LC/ IB): The year 2008 saw a spurt (g) 18 in firing incidents along the LC/ IB. Between (h) Mention-in-Dispatch 49 January 2008 to March 2009, a total of (j) COAS CC 157 87 firing incidents took place, of which Total 380 51 were ceasefire violations by Pakistan, wherein Pakistani posts resorted to targeting COUNTER INSURGENCY OPERATIONS & our counter infiltration deployment and INTERNAL SECURITY SITUATIONS surveillance grid; possibly to disrupt the same and abet infiltration. The violations were 3.24 The security challenges that face repeatedly brought to the notice of Pakistani the nation today are varied, sophisticated authorities through established mechanisms. and complex. From growing threats in the domain of conventional/ nuclear conflicts, (b) Infiltration: The counter infiltration posture to maintenance of vigil on our unsettled was strengthened, especially during the summer borders, to combating a proxy war in Jammu & Kashmir and numerous insurgencies to prevent infiltration. The effort met with in the North East, the Indian Army faces success. The assessed successful infiltration for multidimensional challenges. Additionally, the period from January 2008 to March 2009 is the Army faces threats to Internal Security 57, compared to 311 during the corresponding from the naxal menace and terrorism. period in year 2007. Infiltration attempts by terrorists, however continue. During the period, Jammu & Kashmir 44 infiltration bids were foiled, with 61 terrorists 3.25 The security situation being killed in action. in the State is firmly under 3.27 Situation in the the control of the Security In the Hinderland 383 Hinterland: From January Forces (SF). Due to a strong terrorists were killed during 2008 to March 2009, 383 counter infiltration posture and the period from January terrorists were killed and relentless counter terrorism 2008 to March 2009 and 193 193 apprehended by the operations conducted by apprehended. the Army, violent incidents Army while suffering 73

27 fatal casualties in the process. The terrorist critical split in the ranks of the 28 Battalion, leadership has been successfully targeted with a large number of cadres approaching with a total of 66 middle level leaders being the Government for a ceasefire. There is eliminated during the period. overwhelming popular support for the peace process and pressure is mounting on senior North East ULFA leaders to come to the negotiating table. 3.28 The security situation in the North Eastern States has shown significant 3.30 ‘Suspension of Operations’ improvement. The Army continues to Agreements with other smaller UG Groups spearhead the Counter Insurgency (CI) and in Assam like the National Democratic Counter Terrorist (CT) operations supported Front of Bodoland (NDFB), Dimasa by other Central/ State Forces. Sustained Halam Doagah (DHD) and the United operational pressure from the Security Forces Peoples Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) has forced many Under Ground (UG) groups are holding. In South Assam, however, to seek ceasefires or initiate dialogue with the breakaway faction of the DHD - the the Government. DHD (J) - indulged in rampant killings and extortion earlier in the year, adversely 3.29 Assam: In Assam, relentless operations affecting work on critical infrastructural by the Army against the United Liberation (road and rail) projects. Resultantly, Front of Assam (ULFA), resulted in the killing/ the Army stepped up operations in the apprehending of over 476 ULFA cadres. area, consequent to which the situation Demoralisation in the ranks has triggered improved considerably. a spate of surrenders with over 382 ULFA cadres surrendering between January 2008 3.31 Nagaland: In Nagaland, Inter Factional to March 2009. Similar pressure led to a Clashes (IFCs) between the NSCN (IM) and

Raksha Mantri, Chief of Army Staff, Defence Secretary and other Senior officials at the War Memorial at , Arunachal Pradesh

28 NSCN (K) continue unabated. Army and Jharkhand to review the situation first hand. Assam Rifles (AR) units, operating within the The reports filed have been well received framework of the CFGRs, have succeeded by MHA with a number of positive spin in minimising violence between the NSCN offs. Counter terrorism schools have been factions and ensuring the security of civilians. sanctioned for Bihar, Jharkhand, Orissa and Chhattisgarh. 3.32 Manipur: In Manipur, operations by the Army and Assam Rifles are continuing. Situation along the LAC During the period from January 2008 to March 2009, 279 cadres of various 3.36 As China seeks to assert its centrality in outfits were killed while over 1076 were the Asian Security Order, the qualitative and apprehended. quantitative quotients of its military profile are bound to grow. While this is obviously 3.33 The ‘Suspension of Operations a cause for concern, there is no reason for Agreement’ with the Kuki and Zomi UG undue alarm. Groups (initiated by the Army in 2005) was formalised into a Tripartite Agreement 3.37 The situation along the LAC remains involving the Centre and the State in August peaceful. The mechanisms of Confidence 2008. This ushered peace in the Kuki and Building Measures are under implementation. Zomi inhabited areas in Manipur, though Indian Army’s response, however, continues the Meitei UG Groups continue to remain to be watchful, firm and precise. hostile. However, after the Agreement with the Kuki Groups, pressure is mounting on INDIAN ARMY’S CONTRIBUTION TO the Meitis to join the peace process. UNITED NATIONS PEACE KEEPING OPERATIONS 3.34 Tripura: In Tripura, the situation in the State improved significantly, although sporadic 3.38 India continues to be the third largest incidents of violence by UG groups continue. contributor to United Nations Peace Keeping Due to sustained operational pressure and Operations. The Indian Army is presently a ‘Surrender cum Rehabilitation’ policy taking part in five on-going peace missions. announced by the State Government, over These are UNIFIL (Lebanon), MONUC 441 cadres of various UG Groups surrendered during the period. (Congo), UNMIS (Sudan), UNDOF (Golan Heights) and ONUCI (Ivory Coast). Naxal Violence 3.39 India has so far provided two 3.35 The Indian Army’s role continues to Military Advisors, 12 Force Commanders be one of offering advice and assistance in and one Division Commander in various training to strengthen police mechanisms in United Nation Missions. Towards the the affected states. At the request of Ministry fulfilment of India’s commitment to of Home Affairs(MHA), Indian Army Teams the UN and peace, 124 Indian soldiers visited the States of Chhattisgarh, Bihar and have, so far, made the supreme sacrifice. In recognition of their gallant and

29 distinguished service while serving the winning numerous international medals. For noble cause of world peace, Indian Army the first time, the Indian Contingent included personnel have been honoured with 1 as many as six sportsmen participating in the Param , 5 Maha Vir Chakras, Beijing Olympics. 1 Kirti Chakra, 19 Vir Chakras, 3 Shaurya Chakras, 4 Yudh Seva Medals, 10 Sena 3.43 Three rowers of Army Rowing Medals and 2 Vishisht Seva Medals. Node (ARN) represented the Nation in Beijing Olympics. As part of the process of 3.40 Centre For United Nations Peace creating world class sporting infrastructure, Keeping (CUNPK): A Centre For United an international level 2.2 Km long rowing Nations Peace Keeping (CUNPK) was channel is nearing completion at ARN, Pune. established in September 2000 in New Delhi 3.44 Naib Subedar Surendra Singh of Army to train Indian and foreign officers deputed Sports Institute (ASI), Pune, established a new for UN Peacekeeping Mission. The CUNPK National Record in 10,000m after breaking has conducted six International Seminars, five the existing 32 years old record. Major NS National Seminars, 22 International Training Johal of Army Yachting Node (AYN), Mumbai Capsules for Contingent Officers, Military is today the highest ranking Asian in Finn Observers, Civilian Police, Staff & Logistics class of Sailing. Officers, one Multinational Peace Keeping Honours and Awards Operation Exercise (PKO), one Annual Conference of International Association of 3.45 Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Peace Keeping Training Centres (IAPTC) Award 2007: The following two Junior and six Bilateral Seminars. 351 foreign Commissioned Officers (JCOs) have been participants from 71 countries have been awarded Tenzing Norgay National Adventure trained till date. Award 2007 for their achievements in the field of mountaineering by Ministry of Youth Affairs 3.41 The CUNPK was the Secretariat for and Sports : the 14th Annual Conference of International Association of Peacekeeping Training Centres (a) Sub Mohinder Singh, , (IAPTC) from October 5 to 11, 2008 at the DOGRA SCOUTS. National Defence College, Abjua, Nigeria. (b) Sub Neel Chand, Shaurya Chakra, The event was attended by 144 participants DOGRA SCOUTS. from 30 countries. ARMY SPORTS 3.46 This award is equivalent to . The award was presented to the 3.42 Mission Olympics Wing of Army JCOs by the on August continued to achieve greater sporting glory, 29, 2008 at Rashtrapati Bhawan.

30 4

INDIAN NAVY

Indian Navy - a multi-dimensional Service

31 The Indian Navy, by virtue of its capability, strategic positioning and robust presence in the Indian Ocean Region, has been a catalyst for peace, tranquillity and stability in the region

4.1 The Indian Navy (IN), by virtue of its are under construction in India and abroad. capability, strategic positioning and robust The indigenous Aircraft carrier is also under presence in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), construction at CSL, Kochi. has been a catalyst for peace, tranquillity 4.3 Derby Firing: Firing of Derby Missile and stability in the IOR. It has engaged was successfully conducted by IN at the other maritime nations by extending hand Dabolim Air to Air Range from IN Sea Harrier of friendship and co-operation. For the in March 2008. This is the first successful smaller nations in our neighbourhood as firing of Beyond Visual Range (BVR) missile well as nations that depend on the waters of by IN. the Indian Ocean for their trade and energy supplies, the Indian Navy ensured a measure 4.4 Induction of UH3H: Six UH3H utility of stability and tranquillity in the waters helicopters have been inducted in the service. around our shores. To achieve its tasks Intensive Flying Training Unit (IFTU) for Indian Navy is enhancing its capabilities, UH3H helicopters has been set up. The cooperation and inter-operability with unit was commissioned as Indian Naval Air regional and extra regional . Apart Squadron (INAS) 350 on March 23, 2009. from combating piracy and terrorism at sea, Indian Navy is also surveying the waters, MAJOR EXERCISES providing Search and Rescue (SAR) facilities 4.5 Defence of Gujarat Exercise (DGX to those in distress, coordinating navigational 08): DGX 08 was conducted from November warnings over a vast oceanic area and a 10 to 22, 2008. IN Ships from HQWNC myriad of minor but vital tasks that keep the along with IAF Jaguars and Mirage aircraft global maritime related industry, and the participated in the exercise. global economy, in good health. 4.6. TROPEX 08: TROPEX 08 was held NEW PROJECTS/ INDUCTIONS during the year on Eastern Seaboard. The 4.2 In order to augment the Indian Navy exercise was divided into three phases viz an force level, a number of ships, submarines, Independent Workup Phase, Joint work up survey vessels, auxiliary support vessels etc. phase and the Tactical Phase.

32 Joint Exercises Planning 4.7 TROPEX 09: TROPEX 09 was 4.9 Mini-Tacex 08: Mini-Tacex cum conducted on the Western Seaboard from Amphex was held in Andaman & Nicobar January 27 to February 25, 2009. Ships of Islands from September 10 to 28, 2008. both Eastern and participated Three IN Ships participated in the exercise. in the exercise. 4.10 Horn of Africa Patrol: Three IN Ships 4.8 Tatraksha XXIII: Tatraksha is undertook a joint patrol off the Somali Coast conducted twice a year with participation with French Naval Ship Courbet from August from Army, Navy, Coast Guard, Indian Air 11 to 15, 2008. The exercise was termed as Force, BSF, State police and Customs, to ‘Horn of Africa Patrol’ and was aimed as a check the responses of various agencies deterrent against the rampant piracy off the towards meeting the challenges in the Somalian coast. One French Maritime aircraft Creek area. This year the exercise was (Atlantique) also participated in the patrolling conducted from April 7 to 10, 2008 in the and operated from Djibouti. Gulf of Kutch, to check our preparedness 4.11 SHESHNAG 08: The first ever tri- against infiltration through land and sea services amphibious planning Table Top boundaries.

33 Exercise in the field of Expeditionary flung islands and to deter poaching, illegal Operations was conducted at Maritime immigration and other unlawful activities. Warfare Centre, Visakhapatnam from August Frequent visits to all ports of the Islands 4 to 13, 2008. This Table Top Exercise was are being undertaken in order to provide envisaged consequent to the INDO - US unhindered logistic support. HABUNAG series of exercises conducted in the year 2006 and 2007. A total of 38 4.13 Submarine Exercises: Submarines officers from the three services of the Indian participated in all major exercises like Armed Forces took part in SHESHNAG 08. TROPEX 08 and multinational exercises like The exercise set in motion the transformation SIMBEX 08 and Varuna 08. process of an infantry Brigade’s conversion to 4.14 Op Demo/ Display: IN Aircraft amphibious Brigade. (Chetak, Dornier and Kamov) participated in 4.12 Beaching Exercises: The ships of the an Operational Demonstration at Vijaywada Andaman and Nicobar Flotilla completed a from January 7 to 12, 2008. total of 261 beaching operations at various islands during the period, in order to validate OVERSEAS OPERATIONS beaches afresh post Tsunami of 2004. More than 114 deployments were also carried 4.15 Overseas Deployments: Overseas out, in order to maintain presence in the far Deployments are undertaken by ships of

Predators of the Deep – The Submarine Arm

34 Anti-Piracy Deployment

Indian Navy in support of the country’s and Mauritius in September 2008. foreign policy. Such missions are for Flag 4.17 International Maritime Defence showing, fostering better relations with Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX): The friendly foreign countries and enhancing Qatari Emiri Navy hosted the inaugural foreign cooperation. Important Overseas International Maritime Exhibition at Doha Deployments undertaken in 2008 included from March 17 to 19, 2008 wherein ships deployments to the Gulf of Aden, Red Sea, from 20 countries participated. INS Beas South Indian Ocean, South China Sea, and and Pralaya (both Indian Malacca Straits etc. built ships) represented For preventing hijackings 4.16 Training Squadron: India in the DIMDEX. The in the Gulf of Aden, the As a part of the training ships called on at Muscat Indian Navy has deployed curriculum, Training ships of and Doha during the one warship continuously Indian Navy and Coast Guard deployment. in the Gulf of Aden with visited Jakarta, Bali, Singapore effect from October 23, 4.18 Anti - Piracy and Phuket in SE Asia in 2008. Operations: In keeping January 2008 and Colombo

35 with the aim of preventing hijackings in the 4.20 Operation Sahayata at Myanmar: Gulf of Aden, the Indian Navy has deployed Following the devastation caused along the one warship continuously in the Gulf of Myanmar coast by the very severe cyclonic Aden with effect from October 23, 2008, storm ‘Nargis’, two IN Ships were deployed to establish presence in the area, so as to with integral disaster relief bricks and deter the pirates and provide assurance to additional stores. The ships disembarked the the Indian flagged merchant ships (along relief material at Yangon on May 7, 2008. the route followed by the Indian Flagged 4.21 IDEX 09: INS Sarvekshak participated merchant ships). in the International Defence Exercise 09 (IDEX 09) at Abu Dhabi from February 22 to 4.19 Relief Support to Bangladesh: In January 2008, Bangladesh faced severe brunt 26, 2009. of the devastation caused by cyclone ‘Sidr’. OVERSEAS SURVEYS In order to provide relief, the Indian Navy deployed Landing Ship Gharial and two LSTs 4.22 INS Nirdeshak and Investigator: In with relief material and shipments of 5000 pursuance of hydrographical co-operation, tones of rice to Bangladesh. INS Nirdeshak and Investigator undertook

Aid to Myanmar

36 hydrographical and continental shelf surveys 2002. The eleventh Corpat was carried out of Maldives, Seychelles and Mauritius from from March 6 to 26, 2008. January 25 to April 24, 2008. During the 4.27 KONKAN 08: The third IN- deployment, the ship also transshipped RN bilateral exercise KONKAN 08 was medical stores to Seychelles and ammunition conducted on the Western seaboard in May stores to Mauritius. 2008. Seven ships of Royal Navy including EXERCISES WITH FOREIGN NAVIES nuclear propelled submarine HMS Trafalgar, one French Naval ship and seven IN Ships 4.23 In continuation with the policy of participated in the exercise. enhancing co-operation with foreign navies, a series of exercises were conducted during 4.28 VARUNA 08: The Indo – French the year. The details of these exercises are annual Exercise VARUNA 08 was held in enumerated in the succeeding paragraphs. May 2008 on the Eastern seaboard. Three IN Ships represented the Indian Navy, while the 4.24 MILAN 08: MILAN 2008 was French Navy was represented by Dupleix. conducted at from January 18 to 4.29 IBSAMAR: Two IN Ships participated 23, 2008. A total of eight foreign ships and in India-Brazil-South Africa Maritime 15 delegates from 11 countries viz Australia, (IBSAMAR) Exercise from May 2 to 16, 2008 Brunei, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Myanmar, off South Africa. Two Brazilian and four Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, Sri South African naval ships participated in the Lanka, Thailand and Vietnam participated exercise. During this deployment, IN ships in the event. On completion of MILAN made port calls at Maputo and Nacala in 08, a Maritime Patrol Aircraft exercise was Mozambique, Male in Maldives, Port Louis conducted off Port Blair with the Singapore in Mauritius and Port Victoria in Seychelles. Navy from January 23 to 25, 2008. 4.30 HABUNAG 08: IN–USN Expeditionary 4.25 SIMBEX 08: SIMBEX, an annual Operation Table Top exercise, HABUNAG bilateral exercise with the Republic of 08 was conducted at the Maritime Warfare Singapore Navy, was conducted on the Centre, Visakhapatnam in September 2008. Eastern seaboard in March 2008. Advanced A total of 17 officers from the US Navy/ level exercises were conducted for the first Marine Corps and 42 officers from the Indian time in the Bay of Bengal. Armed Forces participated in the exercise. The exercise envisaged joint operations by 4.26 INDINDO Corpat: Coordinated the two navies on a Humanitarian Assistance/ patrol with Indonesia ‘INDINDO Corpat’ Disaster Relief (HA/ DR) mission in a limited- along the International Maritime Boundary threat environment in the aftermath of Line(IMBL) between India and Indonesia is Tsunami that struck a fictitious island nation done twice annually since its inception in in the Indian Ocean Region.

37 Joint Exercises at Sea

4.31 MALABAR 08: Indo-US Bilateral Naval 5, 2008 and with from March Exercise, MALABAR 08, was conducted off 5 to 26, 2009. Goa from October 17 to 24, 2008. The US Navy was represented by seven ships including COMMISSIONING AND the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan, one DECOMMISSIONING OF IN SHIPS Los Angeles class nuclear submarine (USS 4.33 Indigenously built INS Kesari was Springfield) and P3C Orion aircraft. The commissioned into the Indian Navy was represented Indian Navy in April 2008. by eight ships, one Shishumar Indigenously built INS Two Water Jet - Fast Attack class submarine and aircrafts Kesari was commissioned Crafts Chetlat and Car (including Sea Harriers). into the Indian Navy in April 2008 whereas Nicobar were commissioned 4.32 Coordinated Patrols: two Water Jet - Fast into the Indian Navy on Coordinated patrolling was Attack Crafts Chetlat February 16, 2009, at undertaken with Indonesian and Car Nicobar were Chennai. INS Ghorpad, Navy from October 13 to 30, commissioned on February INS SDB T-55 and INS SDB 2008, the Thai Navy (RTN) 16, 2009. T-56 were decommissioned from October 29 to November during the year.

38 TRAINING ESM operators. The pre-loaded A Ship Handling self sustaining simulation on Simulator, Submarine 4.34 Commissioning of Ship a commercial PC has been Control Room Trainer Handling Simulator: A Ship modified into the prototype and Electronic Support Handling Simulator (SHS) was model and is being used to Measure trainer have commissioned at Maritime give hands on experience been set up for imparting Warfare Centre (Vizag) on to the operator. The quality realistic training to April 15, 2008. The simulator implementation of this project the personnel. is used for training officers has immensely improved the of the executive branch quality of training. in complex procedures of entering and leaving different Indian 4.37 Para Jumping and Sky Diving harbours. A large number of major harbours, Training: Naval aircraft and helicopters different class of ships and submarines have (Dornier, Sea King, UH3H and Chetak) were been replicated in the simulator. The crew utilised for training the Naval Sky Diving can also be trained to manoeuvre ships in Team, MARCOS and for conduct of basic sky close proximity of each other, as is often diving courses. More than 1500 para/ free fall required during operations at sea. SHS is the jumps were undertaken during the past one third simulator procured by the Indian Navy year. for imparting quality realistic training in ship handling. ADVENTURE AND SPORTS

4.35 Submarine Control Room Trainer: A 4.38 XXVII Indian Antarctic Expedition: working model of Sindhugosh class submarine One officer and one sailor from IN took part control room trainer was set up. The Control in the XXVII Indian Antarctic Expedition. In Room Trainer encompasses EKM submarine addition, one officer and one sailor have Control Room and other compartments. All also been nominated for the XXVIII Indian the compartments are integrated with control Antarctic Expedition planned in January room using intercom and equipment status 2009. indicating units. It provides the trainee with 4.39 The Himalayan Adventure Training a realistic feel of control room during the Camp (HATC-08): The participants of HATC conduct of submarine drills and emergency are children of Naval personnel in the age procedures involving specific compartments group of 12 to 16 years. HATC 08 was as well as entire submarine. conducted at Bakartach, Solang from May 20 4.36 Electronic Warfare Trainer: An to June 4, 2008. The team undertook a trek to Electronic Support Measure (ESM) trainer has Beas Kund, the origin of river Beas, and also been set up at Submarine School for training participated in Paragliding at Solang, Skiing at

39 Rohtang pass and White Water River rafting organised from March 12 to 15, 2008 with on river Beas at Bhunter. the theme “Clean, Green and polythene free India”. A team of one officer and 24 4.40 Trekking Expedition: A trekking sailors, including DSC Jawans and civilians expedition from Okha to Junagadh was participated in the event.

40 5

INDIAN AIR FORCE

Su-30

41 T he Indian Air Force (IAF) is undergoing a phase of transformation. Not only is there a large scale modernisation and induction of new equipment, but also an accompanying doctrinal change in operational employment

5.1 The IAF today has leapfrogged a 5.3 Hawk AJT: Twenty Hawk AJT generation ahead and has acquired advanced aircraft have been inducted at AF Station, war-waging capabilities. Meanwhile, it Bidar. Production of Hawk by HAL has also continues to enhance its professional commenced and the first aircraft from this reputation, by superlative performances in series is already operational with IAF. many international exercises and missions, both at home and abroad. 5.4 Aircraft for Special Operations (C-130J-30): Procurement contract of AIRCRAFT ACQUISITION C-130J-30 aircraft for special operations from US Government has been signed. The 5.2 Su-30MKI: The IAF has inducted C-130J-30 aircraft is capable of operating state-of-art Su-30MKI aircraft in operational during day and night and adverse weather squadrons. HAL has already manufactured conditions, and is equipped with state of and delivered Su-30 MKI aircraft against the the art avionics. Block-I Contract.

Hawk AJT

42 Su-30 Refueling Mirage-2000, mid air. 5.5 AWACS: Airborne Warning and aircrafts and Mi-17 helicopters in order to Control System (AWACS) are being procured optimise their utilization. The avionics upgrade to significantly enhance the effectiveness of of the Jaguar aircraft fleet is in progress. both Offensive and Defensive operations of Upgrade of Jaguar aircraft is in the pipeline with the IAF. Induction of AWACS would also indigenous design and development. enhance the force projection capabilities of 5.8 Avionics Upgrade of the existing DO- the IAF in emergent situations. 228 Aircraft: To keep the DO-228 aircraft abreast with the latest technology, all the 5.6 Boeing Business Jet (Boeing 737-700 existing aircraft are being upgraded with the IGW): Three Boeing Business Jets (BBJs) were latest avionics. procured to supplement the VVIP squadron of the IAF from M/s Boeing. The three aircraft 5.9 AN - 32 Fleet Upgradation: Present TTL (total technical life) of 25 years of AN- were delivered between August 2008 and 32 aircraft is expiring from the year 2009 January 2009. They have been successfully onwards. In order to exploit the aircraft inducted into the VVIP Fleet. further, TTL extension up to 40 years and re- AIRCRAFT/ HELICOPTER UPGRADES equipment with latest version of systems to meet the present ICAO standards for the entire 5.7 MiG-29, Mirage-2000 and Mi-17: AN-32 fleet is being undertaken. Contract for MiG-29 mid life upgrade and INDIGENISATION extension of total technical life was signed with RAC MiG, Russia. IAF is also processing 5.10 Indigenous Development of upgradation of the Mirage-2000 and Jaguar Spares: Indigenisation of spares required

43 Mirage-2000 Upgrade MiG-29 Upgrade

Mi-17 Upgrade for overhaul is a continuous process. substitutes for spares. Development Projects Indigenisation of more than 80,000 lines of amounting to almost Rs. 3.9 crore are under spares has been accomplished by the Base progress at various BRDs. Repair Depots (BRDs) for various fleets of IAF. The private sector is actively involved 5.12 Indigenous Manufacture of Aerotyres: in the indigenisation efforts of IAF. In a boost to indigenisation of manufacture of More than 2500 vendors have aero tyres which IAF has so far Indigenisation of registered with IAF. The BRDs been procuring from foreign OEMs more than 80,000 of IAF are now in the process of for its various fleet, M/s MRF has lines of spares has indigenising Low Volume, High successfully developed tyres for been accomplished Cost, High Technology spares. Chetak Helicopters. by the Base Repair 5.11 Development Projects: Depots for 5.13 Indigenisation of Various developmental projects various fleets of Arrester Barriers: In order to have been taken up by IAF IAF. achieve self reliance in the field BRDs for developing indigenous of Aircraft Arrester Barriers a

44 long term plan was prepared to replace all of Information and Technology (DIT) imported barriers with ADRDE indigenized has created a programme for this. It is barriers. While a total of 21 barriers have under trial at three flying stations of the already been replaced, varying quantities of IAF and once proven, it is proposed to 40T capacity and 20.4T capacity are under be implemented at all other bases. installation and some being procured in the (c) Vermiculture: In order to scientifically 11th Plan. Indigenisation of maintenance and dispose off the garbage at Air Force overhaul spares of imported Arrester Barriers stations and thus manage bird activity, is also under progress. Approximately 800 IAF has launched a “Zero Garbage” lines of spares have already been indigenised. scheme for IAF bases. This scheme FLIGHT SAFETY has made the environment cleaner, reduced bird activity and contributed 5.14 Accident Statistics: The accident rate towards increase in air safety. The of the IAF has shown a steady decline from scheme has been implemented at all 1.48 in 1971-72 to 0.40 in 2007-08. This major Air Force Stations. has been achieved by instituting various proactive measures by the Indian Air Force (d) Anti Bird Measures: Various bird to avoid/minimize accidents, combined with control measures adopted in the IAF a renewed emphasis on training and safety have shown encouraging results. related emphasis in operations. Detailed survey of birds at flying stations by professionals, both in- 5.15 Major Achievements: Major house as well as from institutions achievements/ events for the period from such as the Bombay Natural April 1, 2008 onwards are as follows:- History Society, have resulted in bringing down the number of bird (a) Flight Safety Audits: Regular flight hit accidents. Procurement of Bird safety audits of flying stations in Collision Avoidance Radar and conjunction with DASI (Directorate of additional microlite aircraft is under Air Staff Inspection) inspections are process. An ornithological cell has being carried out. been set up to carry pit study (b) Operational Risk periodically and create specific The accident rate Management (ORM): modules for each bird at such of the IAF has ORM has been introduced bases, which are implemented shown a steady as a tool to help the field for reducing bird menace. decline from 1.48 level commanders to make in 1971-72 to 0.40 (e) Courses Run at IFS: decisions concerning a in 2007-08. Instructional Flying School (IFS) mission. The Directorate

45 carried out courses for education of With connectivity being addressed personnel to prevent and investigate by the AFNET project, the IFSMS accidents. These courses integrate will provide real time exchange of the latest knowledge and technology Flight Safety information among all available in the world. functionaries in the IAF.

(f) Joint Quality Audits: Joint quality NAVIGATION AND COMMUNICATION audits of production and maintenance AIDS facilities have been carried out to minimize technical defect related 5.16 Radars: To enhance electronic issues. Joint teams include members surveillance, a large number of ground from HAL. based radars are being inducted. Radars in different categories like Aerostat, Medium (g) FOD Prevention: Towards Foreign Power Radar (MPR), Low Level Light Weight Object Damage (FOD) prevention, Radar (LLLWR), Low Level Transportable dedicated FOD prevention Radar (LLTR), and Surveillance Radar programmes have been initiated Equipment (SRE) will greatly improve specific to each base. In addition one hundred and twelve Mechanical airspace management. Runway Sweepers (MRS) are being 5.17 Communication Equipment: The IAF procured apart from eighty sets of is acquiring state of the art communication specialized FOD equipment to clear equipment across all spectrums. These critical areas and those not accessible include SATCOM, HF and V/UHF sets with by MRS. associated encryption equipment to provide (h) Integrated Flight Safety Management secure and reliable communications for all System (IFMS): DFS maintains Command, Control and Combat elements. records of aircraft accidents/incidents WORKS SERVICES for an in-depth analysis and adoption of necessary preventive measures. 5.18 Works Services for Development An advanced IT based project was of Airfields: IAF airfields in the coming undertaken in 2005 for increased years have to increasingly sustain the bulk research and analysis facilities and of operations by aircraft of SU 30 class, to allow multiple users to access Flight Refueller Aircraft (FRA) and Airborne the data simultaneously. A web Warning and Control System (AWACS). based application Integrated Flight Apart from these, a large number of airbases Safety Management System (IFSMS) being joint user aerodromes, have to has been installed for this purpose. support operations of heavy/wide bodied

46 civil aircraft. To sustain uninterrupted and firing skill of air warriors has been air operations by these aircraft, it is finalised. The installation of the equipment necessary that existing surfaces are suitably at designated AF Stations will commence upgraded and maintained. During 2007- shortly. 08, resurfacing of five runways has been sanctioned at a cost of Rs 281.87 crore. CEREMONIALS

5.19 Infrastructure for Induction of 5.21 Participation of AWSO at Berlin Boeing Business Jet (737-700 IGW): Air Show: The performance of the Air Works services for hangar, parking bay Warrior Symphony Orchestra at Berlin Air and technical accommodation for three Show-2008 from May 24 to June 1, 2008 Corporate Jets to be inducted in the Air HQ won wide acclaim. Communication Sqn at a cost of Rs 21.52 5.22 Standard/Colour Presentation crore was sanctioned as a Special Project. Ceremony: The President of India presented Work is in progress on fast track. the Standard/Colour to 59 Sqn and AFTC on November 12, 2008 at AFTC, Bangalore. 5.20 Interactive Fire Arm Training Simulator (IFATS): Contract for procurement 5.23. Standard Presentation to 108 of IFATS for enhancing the marksmanship Sqn and 105 HU: The President of India

German Chancellor and Raksha Mantri at the Berlin Air Show, May 2008

47 presented the “Standards” to 108 Squadron and 105 Helicopter Unit, in a ceremonial parade held at Air Force Station, . 108 Squadron was formed on November 20, 1959. 105 Helicopter Unit, since its raising on November 23, 1959 is the second oldest helicopter unit of the IAF.

5.24 Phasing out of MIG-23 BN: The MiG- 23 batallion of Indian Air Force retired on March 6, 2009, after 28 years of glorious service to the Nation. A befitting farewell in the form of a ‘phasing out ceremony’ was held at its last home, No. 221 Squadron at Air Force Station, Halwara. The ceremony was presided over by the Chief of Air Staff. Wg Cdr YJ Joshi and Sqn Ldr TR Sahu of 221 Sqn flew the aircraft on its last flight.

SECURITY

5.25 IAF Special Force Garud: Garuds are being trained as a special ground combat force with the objective to providing force President of India Awarding Standard to 105 HU multiplier effect to air operations and to bring synergy in joint operations with sister services. During the year, Garud force conducted a joint exercise with NSG and participated in exercise Red Flag (USA) as a part of the IAF contingent.

5.26 Modernisation of Security Infrastructure: Security infrastructure is being modernized through introduction of biometric based Access Control System, Night Vision Devices (NVDs) and smart power fences. Garud Force

48 6

COAST GUARD

Indian Coast Guard Ship ‘Sangram’ in exercise with Korean Coast Guard Ships

49 The has a force level of 43 ships, 45 aircraft and helicopters, 19 boats/craft and 23 non- commissioned boats/craft in its fleet

6.1 The Indian Coast Guard came into 6.4 Duties and Functions: The duties of being on February 1, 1977 on the approval of Coast Guard are as follows:- Cabinet Committee on Parliamentary Affairs (a) Ensuring the safety and protection of to set up an interim Coast Guard Organisation artificial islands, offshore terminals, under Naval Headquarters with an Officer on installations and other structures and Special Duty of the rank of Vice as devices in Maritime Zones. the head, pending the approval of the Plan for Coast Guard Organisation. The Coast (b) Providing protection to fishermen Guard was commissioned as an independent including assistance to them at sea service on August 19, 1978 under the Coast while in distress. Guard Act, 1978. (c) Taking such measures as are necessary to preserve and protect the maritime 6.2 Since its inception, the Coast Guard environment and to prevent and control has acquired a wide range of capabilities marine pollution. both surface and airborne to undertake the (d) Assisting the customs and other assigned tasks during peace time and to authorities in anti-smuggling operations. supplement the efforts of Indian Navy during war. (e) Enforcing the provisions of such enactments as are for the time being in 6.3 Organisation: The command and force in the maritime zones. control of the Coast Guard lies with the (f) Such other matters, including measures Director General of Indian Coast Guard, for the safety of life and property at sea at New Delhi. The Organisation has and collection of scientific data, as may three Regional Headquarters at Mumbai, be prescribed. Chennai and Port Blair. The three Regional Headquarters exercise command and control 6.5 Existing Force Level: The Indian in the waters adjoining the entire coastline Coast Guard has a force level of 43 ships, 45 of India, through 11 Coast Guard District aircraft and helicopters, 19 boats/craft and 23 Headquarters. non-commissioned boats/craft in its fleet to

50 Commissioning of ‘ICGS Sankalp’ by Raksha Mantri carry out regular surveillance of the Maritime Government has approved the procurement Zones of India and the areas of interest. One of 14 twin engine helicopters and 16 light Advanced Offshore Patrol vessel ‘Samrat’ helicopters. To overcome immediate shortage constructed by M/s Goa Shipyard Limited of aircraft inventory, Indian Coast Guard is (GSL), Goa has also been commissioned. progressing the procurement of 8 twin engine The first 90 meter replacement Off-shore helos on dry lease and 12 fixed wing aircraft Patrol Vessel (OPV) ‘Vishwast’ was launched on wet lease. on July 4, 2008 at M/s Goa Shipyard Ltd and is also likely to be commissioned. The IMPORTANT MILESTONES AND other new additions to the Coast Guard ACHIEVEMENTS force include one Pollution Control Vessel 6.6 Commissioning of ICGS Sankalp: – ‘Samudra Prahari’, one IPV (In-shore Patrol The Advanced Offshore Patrol Vessel ‘ICGS Vessel) and two Interceptor Boats. The 2nd Sankalp’ was commissioned by Raksha Pollution Control Vessel being built by M/s Mantri on May 20, 2008. ABG Shipyard Ltd. Surat was launched on March 27, 2009. In addition in the XI plan 6.7 Commissioning of ICGAE Porbandar: the procurement of 27 more aircraft including The Coast Guard Air Enclave, Porbandar was 4 Dorniers, 3 Chetak helicopters is at various commissioned by Raksha Rajya Mantri on stages. In view of current security scenario June 12, 2008.

51 Commissioning of ‘ICGAE Porbandar’ by Raksha Rajya Mantri

6.8 Launching of first replacement by MTU engines delivering 18000 KW of OPV: The first 90 meter replacement OPV Power making the vessel traverse extended ‘Vishwast’ was launched on July 4, 2008. ranges of 4500 NM at a cruising speed of 12 This vessel is being constructed at M/s GSL, -14 knots. Besides being capable of providing Goa and likely to be commissioned shortly. pollution response and external fire fighting, the ship will be equipped with state of the art 6.9 Affiliation of ICGAS Daman with Integrated Platform Management System for (MLI) Regiment: machinery and bridge controls. ICGAS Daman is the first ICG unit in the history of the service to be affiliated to an Army 6.11 Commissioning of 6th AOPV: Sixth Regiment. ICGAS Daman has a memorial for AOPV of Indian Coast Guard, ICGS Samrat the victory of Jangi Paltan of Maratha Light was commissioned by Raksha Mantri on Infantry who captured the Air Field of Daman January 21, 2009. The ship was built by M/s from Portuguese and subsequently liberated Goa Shipyard Ltd at Goa. The ship has an Daman on December 19, 1961. overall length of 105 mtrs and propulsion 6.10 Launching of Opv, Icgs Vishwast: by 2 MAN main engines to achieve a The first of the three OPVs under construction maximum speed of 23.5 knots. The ship has at M/s GSL Goa, CGS Vishwast was launched endurance to sustain at sea for 25 days with on July 4, 2008. It is designed to be propelled an economical speed of 12 knots. The ship

52 is fitted with CRN – 91 guns and can also and Abu Dhabi from March 24, 2009 to provide pollution response operation at sea. April 11, 2009.

6.12 Launching of 2nd Pollution Control (ii) International Maritime Search and Vessel (ABG Yard 222): The 2nd PCV being Rescue Conference (IMSARCON): built by M/s ABG Shipyard Ltd, Surat was The SOLAS convention stress upon launched on March 27, 2009. The overall establishment of an international search length of the vessel is 94 mtrs (approx). The and rescue (S&R) plan responsible to vessel can achieve a maximum speed of 20.6 the needs of maritime traffic for the knots. The endurance of PCV is 6000 NM at rescue of persons in distress at sea and cruising speed of 12–14 knots. to promote cooperation among S&R organisations around the world. With INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION this as the backdrop, the Indian Coast Guard conducted two days conference 6.13 Overseas Deployment: on “International Maritime Search and (i) ICGS Veera with integral helo was Rescue” from March 11 to 12, 2008 at nominated as part of 1TS for Overseas New Delhi. The presentation of papers deployment to Muscat, Bandar Abbas, by experts from 16 countries and

Raksha Mantri inaugurating International Maritime SAR Conference

53 international organisations by MV Gerudu Empire in followed by the ensuing Coast Guard October 16, 2007 thereby discussions evoked keen Ships and Aircraft significantly contributing in response and interactions Undertake Various saving 12 lives. The ESSAR between participants. The Search and Rescue SAR award for the year 2007 conference was inaugurated Operation and was presented to Coast Guard by Raksha Mantri on March were instrumental Ship Kasturba Gandhi for 11, 2008 at Vigyan Bhavan, in saving 623 lives Search and Rescue of eight New Delhi. Overall, 22 crew from a Merchant Trawler at sea. international delegates in extreme adverse weather attended the conference. conditions and for carrying out Medical Evacuation from Merchant (iii) NMSARB Meeting: The seventh Vessel Nova Sea. meeting of the National Search and Rescue Board was held at Goa 6.14 Operations: Indian Coast Guard ships on May 8, 2008. Presentations and aircraft are always ready for providing were made in the meeting on assistance to the crew/vessels when in distress “Report on SAR Activities 2007- at sea and assist the customs and other 08” and “Low Cost Distress Alert authorities in anti-smuggling operations. The Transmitter (DAT) system” developed vast sea area of 2.01 million sq. kms in our by ISRO for fishermen. The SAR Exclusive Economic Zones is regularly kept Report presentation was followed by presentation of SAR Award to under vigil to keep the poachers at bay. The MV Scan Brasil for her promptness details of major operations of Coast Guard in responding to a distress alert are shown in Table 6.1. Table 6.1 Sl.No. Since Inception From January 1, 2008 to March 31, 2009 (i) Contraband seized 503.159 crores 5.5 lakhs (ii) Poaching trawler apprehension 1055 boats 128 boats 10037 crew 802 crew (iii) Smuggling vessels apprehension 120 boats 14 boats 731 crew 16 crew (iv) Search and Rescue (SAR) Missions 1297 103 (v) Search and Rescue Sorties 2460 159 (vi) Lives Saved 4815 623 (vii) Oil spill incidents responded 57 -- (viii) Oil spill incidents out of country 01 --

54 7

DEFENCE PRODUCTION

Commissioning of ICGS “SANKALP” GSL Yard 1187

55 The Department of Defence Production deals with the indigenization, development and production of defence equipment both in the public and private sectors

7.1 The Department of Defence of Defence Production : Production deals with the indigenization, Ø Ordnance Factory Board development and production of defence Ø Hindustan Aeronautics Limited equipment both in the public and private sectors. The Department has Defence Ø Limited Public Sector Undertakings and ordnance Ø BEML Limited factories with a wide-ranging production Ø Mazagon Dock Limited infrastructure. The products include aircraft Ø Goa Shipyard Limited and helicopters, warships, submarines, Ø Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers heavy vehicles and earthmovers, missiles, Limited a variety of electronic devices and Ø components for the defence sector, and Ø Limited alloys and special purpose steel. Since Ø Directorate General of Quality independence, the defence production Assurance sector has been developing steadily, with Ø Directorate General of Aeronautical the objective of achieving self-reliance. Quality Assurance Industries in this sector have been Ø Directorate of Standardisation continually striving to update and improve Ø Defence Exhibition Organisation their manufacturing capacity by developing and accessing new technology through ORDNANCE FACTORIES joint ventures with leading companies 7.3 The Ordnance Factories Organisation in different fields. They have also been is the largest and oldest departmentally run focusing on commercializing new products production organisation in the country. It developed from time to time by the defence is primarily engaged in the manufacture of research establishments and also on Defence hardware for the Armed forces. indigenizing production as far as possible. The Ordnance Factories were established 7.2 The following are the major with a mandate to ensure self-reliance in organisations directly under the Department manufacturing of Defence hardware.

56 7.4 The pre-independence 7.7 Product Profile: factories had capacities The Ordnance Factories Ordnance Factories for production of not only Organisation, the largest continuously upgrade products finished stores but also basic and oldest departmentally and the manufacturing and intermediate materials run production organisation technologies, to meet the because of inadequate in the country is mandated emerging needs of Defence industrial infrastructure in to ensure self-reliance in Forces. The product range the civil sector. With the manufacturing of Defence of Ordnance Factories is as gradual development of hardware. under: industrial infrastructure in public and private sectors, Weapon Items: Small Arms the factories set up after independence have (Rifles, Pistols, Carbines, Machine Guns), been outsourcing their requirements from Tank Guns, Anti-Tank Guns, Field Howitzers, small and medium industries. Artillery Guns, Mortars, Air Defence Guns, Rocket Launchers and Naval Gun Systems. 7.5 Organisation Structure: The Ordnance Factory Board (OFB) has a Chairman and Ammunition Items: for all the 9 functional Members. Out of these, five above weapon systems, , Missile members head operating divisions and four Warheads, , Pyro Technique Members are for Staff functions. In addition, (Smoke, Illuminating, Signal), Grenades and the Government has constituted a special Bombs, Mines & Flares for Air Force, Naval Board, with representation from the Ministry ammunition, and fuzes. of Defence, Army and Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) Armoured & Transport Vehicles: Tank for providing appropriate input on resource T-72 ‘Ajeya’, Tank T-90 ‘Bhishma’, Infantry planning, upgrading technology of products Combat Vehicles, Armoured Ambulance, and efficient functioning of OFB. Bullet Proof and Mine Proof Vehicles, Special Transport Vehicles and Variants. 7.6 Human Resources: Ordnance Factories have a large pool of qualified and Troop Comfort Items: Parachute for experienced personnel. National Academy Army & Air Force, High Altitude and Combat of Defence Production (NADP) , a Clothing, Tents of Various Types, Uniforms premier training institute caters to the training & Clothing Items, Floats For Light Assault need of Gr. ‘A’ officers, Ordnance Factories Bridges. Institutes of Learning (OFIOL) take care of the training need of Gr.’B’ officers and staff. Opto Electronics: Optical Instruments All the Ordnance Factories have training and Opto-Electronic Devices/ Fire Control institutes for training industrial employees Instruments for Armored Vehicles, Infantry and trade apprentices. and Artillery Systems.

57 Others: Special Aluminum alloys for aviation 7.10 Quality Management: Implementation and space industry, Field Cables, Water of Total Quality Management (TQM) Browsers etc. concept has been given a major thrust in all the Ordnance Factories. Ordnance 7.8 Diversification into Civil Trade and Factories have switched over to Quality Exports: As a policy, major thrust is being Management System confirming to ISO- given to achieve optimum capacity utilization 9001:2000 standards. All the laboratories not only by securing additional workload in the Ordnance Factories are accredited from the Armed Forces but also by making to NABL and conform to ISO/ IEC 17025 sustained efforts through diversification to non-defence customers and exports. new standards. Warranty scheme has been introduced since May, 2007 for all products/ 7.9 Achievements: Some of the important stores supplied to Indian Army. achievements of Ordnance Factories in the current financial year are: 7.11 Self certification in Ordnance Factories: Ordnance Factories have started (i) e-procurement: OFB has started the process of self-certification, thereby, e-procurement in all Ordnance factories standing guarantee to their products supplied in a phased manner for transparency as to the Armed Forces. per Mission Mode Project and reduction in procurement lead time. 7.12 Research and Development: In-house Research and Development activities towards (ii) Pinaka Rocket: The multi-barrelled product and process improvements are Pinaka Rocket has been successfully developed jointly by Defence Research receiving great thrust in Ordnance Factories. and Development Organisation (DRDO) Latest solid modeling techniques and and Ordnance Factory Board (OFB). The sensitivity analysis are being used to meet the bulk supply has commenced during the design needs of defence stores. Extensive use year. of CAD/ CAM has significantly reduced the time from the stage of conceptualization to (iii) Micro Alloy Steel: Metal & Steel Factory, the development of prototype. Ishapore in collaboration with Bengal Engineering and Science University 7.13 Modernisation: Modernization of (BESU) developed a type of ultra high infrastructure is a continuous process in strength steel called “Micro Alloy Steel” Ordnance Factories adopted to update that can lessen the weight of weapons the plants and machineries matching both without compromising in power. quantitative and qualitative requirement of (iv) Anti-Material Rifle (AMR): 20mm the products projected in the Perspective AMR Rifle has been productionized for Plan. A capital investment of Rs.574 crores is Ministry of Home Affairs. planned in the year 2008-09 and investment

58 of Rs.2,374 crores has been avionics & accessories, life planned in XI plan period. HAL has produced cycle customer support through 11 types of aircraft Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul HINDUSTAN AERONAUTICS from in-house (MRO) of aerospace products LIMITED (HAL) R&D and 14 types and Manufacture of Structures under license. and Integrated systems for space 7.14 Hindustan Aeronautics launch vehicles and satellites. Limited (HAL) is a “Navratna” Defence Public Sector Undertaking. 7.16 The Company has produced 11 types The Company is committed to achieve of aircraft from in-house R&D and 14 types strategic self reliance in the aerospace sector under license. Major products currently in and provide full support to the Defence the production range are : Services. HAL has witnessed a steady growth over the years and achieved a turnover of Rs. = SU-30 MKI, 10,260 crores in 2008-09. = Jaguar, = Hawk, 7.15 HAL’s core business activities inter = Dornier 228 alia included design, development and = Dhruv (ALH), production of fixed wing aircraft (Fighters, = Cheetal helicopters. Trainers & Transport) and helicopters, their

Weaponised Dhruv taking its maiden flight

59 7.17 The Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) (v) First set of Liquid Hydrogen and and the Intermediate Jet Trainer (IJT) whose Unsymmetric Dimethyl Hadrazine limited series production has been launched, Tanks for the GSLV MK III was would be inducted into the Service after handed over to ISRO on October 16, certification in 2009 and 2010 respectively. 2008. These are the first 4 meter class tanks produced for the prestigious 7.18 Design work on the Light Combat Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Helicopter (LCH) has progressed considerably and the build of the first prototype has Vehicle Mk III which is designed to commenced in 2008. carry 4 - 5 Ton communication satellites to Geosynchronous orbit. 7.19 The new design & development (vi) Space vehicle structures were also projects being launched are Fifth Generation Fighter Aircraft, Multi-role Transport Aircraft, produced for the ISRO’s Chandrayaan Light Utility Helicopter, Medium Lift mission who has witnessed successful Helicopter, Turboprop Trainer and UAVs. launch.

7.20 The Company also plays a major role (vii) Performance of the Company was rated th in the Country’s space programme. Structures as “Excellent” for the 7 consecutive & completely integrated assemblies for year in 2007-08. launch vehicles and satellites are produced (viii) HAL had achieved exports of Rs. 421 by the Aerospace Division dedicated to meet Crore for the financial year 2008-09. the production requirements of aerospace structures for ISRO. 7.22 During the period the Company received MOU Excellence Award for the year 7.21 Achievements: 2006-07 (Top Ten Public Sector Enterprises). (i) Company has achieved the financial HAL has been receiving the award targets in respect of major performance consecutively since 2001-02. parameters such as Sales, Value of Production and Profit for the period 7.23 The Company has also been April 2008 to March 2009. conferred with “Raksha Mantri’s” Awards for Excellence for the year 2006-07 under the (ii) The first Hawk Advanced Jet Trainer produced at HAL was handed over to categories Best Division/ Factory Award and the IAF in August 2008. Group Individual Award.

(iii) A significant breakthrough was achieved 7.24 All the Divisions of HAL have in exports by securing an order for implemented requirements of ISO 9001–2000 supply of 7 ALHs to Ecuador. QMS standard and obtained certification. (iv) Design and development of Observer Seven Divisions have also implemented Trainer upgrade on DO-228 aircraft was the Aerospace Sector Quality Management completed for the Navy. System requirements stated in AS 9100

60 standard and obtained certification. Four of Multitone UK) and a subsidiary company these Divisions have also obtained NADCAP called BEL Optronics Devices Limited. GE certification (National Aerospace Defence BEL Pvt. Ltd. was set up to manufacture CT Contractors Accreditation Programme – USA) Max and other latest version X-Ray Tubes for for special processes such as NDT, heat the first time in the country. BEL Optronic treatment, welding etc. Devices Ltd. (BELOP) has successfully manufactured and supplied I.I. Tubes to 7.25 Sixteen Divisions have implemented the Army for over a decade. To meet the requirements of ISO 14001 – 2004 EMS emerging needs of the Army, BELOP is now standard and obtained certification. proposing to go in for the latest technology of rd Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) SUPERGEN/ 3 Gen. Tubes. 7.29 Research & Development: BEL is 7.26 Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) is a spending about 3% to 5% of its turnover multi-technology, multi-product company on research and development In BEL with strong presence in the field of Radars Development & Engineering (D&E) groups and Sonars, Communication Equipment, in each of the 9 Units/SBUs have been Opto-Electronics, Electronic Warfare, Tank established. Central D&E at Bangalore is Electronics and Strategic Components. It was developing specialized technology modules awarded the status of “NAVRATNA Public for Unit D&E. Central Research Laboratories Sector Enterprise” in 2007. (CRLs) at Bangalore & Ghaziabad are set up 7.27 BEL has Compounded Annual for research in futuristic areas. The company Growth Rate (CAGR) of 10% over the last 5 bagged 2007-08 SODET Gold award for years. BEL supplies Electronic Equipments innovations for key contribution in the to the Indian Defence Services, Para-military development of EW System. Forces and other Government 7.30 New Products users like All India Radio, introduced during 2008-09: Doordarshan, BSNL, MTNL, BEL is a multi-technology, Some of the new products VSNL, Airport Authority multi-product company supplied to various customers of India, Meteorological with strong presence in during 2008-09 were Digital the field of Radars and Department, Railways etc. Mobile Radio Relay (DMRR), Sonars, Communication BEL also supplies Professional Wide Area Network for BSF Electronic Components. Equipment, Opto- (BSF WAN), Missile Approach Electronics, Electronic Warning System (MAWS), 7.28 BEL has two Joint Warfare, Tank KITE Mk II, SANKET Mk Venture Companies (JVC) - Electronics and Strategic III, Radar Finger Printing GE-BEL (with General Electric, Components. System (RFPS), Digital Signal USA) and BEL-Multitone (with

61 Analyzer Processor (DSAP), Light Vehicle Category for the year 2006-07. BEL has won based Direction Finding System (LVDF), the SCOPE Meritorious Award for R&D, TI SIGHT IGLA and BFSR MR MAST, Flight Technology Development and Innovation for Control Panel, Airborne Encoder Decoder the year 2006-07. Indian Institute of Materials to ADE, IFF Cabs, Synchronization Supply Management’s Corporate Excellence Award Unit and IPMUX to BSNL, Wide Area for 2008 was also received by the Company. Network to , etc. Besides, communication equipment, costal Bharat Earth Movers Ltd (BEML communication network equipment was also Ltd) exported. 7.33 BEML Ltd. is a Mini-Ratna (Category–I) 7.31 Achievements: company, engaged in the design, (i) BEL has adopted Six Sigma concept for manufacturing, marketing and after sales quality enhancement and total quality support of a wide range of Mining & Construction equipment, Defence products management. During 2007-08, 138 Six and Railway & Metro products. The company Sigma projects were completed. All the also serves the various core civil sectors of Divisions/ Units certified for ISO 9001 the economy such as mining, steel, cement, & ISO 14001. power, irrigation, construction, road building. (ii) BEL has adopted Business Excellence It also provides e-engineering solutions Model of CII Exim Bank excellence through its Technology Division and trades award. During 2008-09, 4 Units/ SBUs non-Company products, components, got certified for “Strong Commitment to aggregates and commodities for domestic Excel”. and international markets through its Trading Division. (iii) Three for BEL’s Business Units certified for AS 9100 for meeting the aerospace 7.34 BEML Ltd. has its Corporate HQ at requirement and four more Units/ SBUs Bangalore and manufacturing complexes, identified for certification during 2008-09. all in the State of Karnataka. The Company also owns a subsidiary – Vignyan Industries, (iv) Pune Unit has been certified for ISO which manufactures steel castings. The 13485:2003, an international standard company’s International Business covers covering design and development, over 50 countries in Asia, Africa, Europe and production, installation and servicing of Latin America. The company has recently medical devices. opened its overseas offices in Malaysia, Brazil (v) BEL achieves an annual cost reduction and China. of around 3 - 4% of the sales turnover. 7.35 BEML Ltd. manufactures and supplies 7.32 Awards: BEL received Raksha Mantri’s Ground support equipment such as Tatra award for excellence in the Institutional based High Mobility trucks, Armoured

62 Recovery vehicles, Heavy Recovery vehicles, by 2013-14, the golden jubilee year of the Pontoon Bridge System, Vehicles for Missile company. To realize the above vision, several projects, Tank transportation trailers, Milrail bold and innovative strategic initiatives were wagons and coaches, Mine ploughs, Crash taken which have yielded positive results Fire Tenders, Aircraft Towing tractors, leading to significantly improved performance Aircraft weapon loading trolley, Transmission over the last five years. Some of the major and final drive systems for BMP Combat strategic initiatives which acted as drivers of vehicles, Suspension system for Battle Tanks. profit and performance, were organisational The company also supplies Bull Dozers, restructuring, cost reduction and improving Excavators and Motor Graders to DGBR profitability etc. The concept of ‘In-house and Army for Border road construction/ Outsourcing’ was introduced whereby, maintenance, snow clearance and other civil facilities are provided within the company works. premises to entrepreneurs to manufacture and supply identified items at competitive rates. 7.36 BEML Ltd. set for itself a challenging vision of achieving Rs 5000 crore turnover 7.37 Research & Development: The

Metro Coach manufactured by BEML under license from Rotem, South Korea

63 Technology Division offers end-to-end measures, turnover per employee has increased solutions and services across the whole from Rs.9 Lakh to more than Rs.22 Lakh in 5 product development cycle including design, years. modeling, analysis, simulation, prototyping, 7.41 Achievements: testing and documentation. The state-of-the- art infrastructure in this Division and skill sets (i) Additional Land (1109 acres) along are comparable to the best in the industry. with two manufacturing facilities were Technology Division is presently operating in acquired from the adjoining PSU Bharat four different business segments viz. Auto, Gold Mines Ltd (BGML) at Kolar Gold Aerospace, Defence and Rail & Metro. Fields as a strategic expansion move. One of these facilities has now been 7.38 The Company has entered into a established as Rail Unit-II for Coaches host of technology tie-ups with major global and Wagons and the other as ancillary leaders, such as with TEREX Corporation, to Mining & Construction Division. USA, for high capacity dump trucks and (ii) Bangalore Complex of the company ROTEM, South Korea for state-of-the-art was developed as a center for Metro Metro Coaches etc. In-house Research & Coach manufacture by putting up Development was also given a thrust and necessary manufacturing infrastructure, necessary resources were provided which the first of its kind in India with the resulted in development of mining and necessary technology from M/s. Rotem, constructions products, defence products and South Korea. More than 220 coaches rail and metro products. have already been built and supplied to Delhi Metro Corporation during the 7.39 Rs.400 crore was approved by Board past 2 years and orders for further Metro for CAPEX in 2006-07 and 2007-08 and Rs coaches for DMRC are under final 418 crore in 2008-09 under modernisation stages of execution. and upgradation projects to bring out (iii) With a view to step up Diesel Engine significant improvements in overall quality, production volumes, a new assembly cost effectiveness, aesthetic appeal and line was established at Engine Division, productivity. Mysore.

7.40 Productivity Improvement: As a result (iv) The company has earned export of various efforts, 15% increase in capacity has revenues to the tune of Rs 304.78 been achieved in manufacturing and 25 % in Crores in 2008-09 as compared to Rs assembly areas. Voluntary Retirement schemes 200.62 Crores in 2007-08, an increase were introduced for unskilled and non-technical of over 52 % over the last year. personnel and the Company could bring (v) As a further step towards extending down employee strength. As a result of these global footprint, BEML (Malaysia) Sdn.

64 Bhd – was launched during the year front, BEML completed setting up of to have a global warehouse and to new assembly facility for manufacture promote BEML products in the South of transmissions at H&P Division, East Asian Market. KGF and a new automated assembly line for engines at Mysore complex. (vi) China outsourcing office of BEML Ltd. For augmentation of capacities, BEML at Shanghai commenced its operations also committed Rs 130 crores for from April 2008 to concentrate on modernization of plant and machinery . outsourcing and marketing of high end mining equipment. (xi) During the year 2008-09, power to the tune of Rs.3.42 Crore has been supplied (vii) BEML Ltd. received Raksha Mantri’s to state grid from BEML’s 5 MW wind Award for Excellence - ‘Institutional power generation unit in Gadag Award for Best Performance in Exports District. for the year 2006-07’. (xii) BEML Ltd. received SCOPE Award (viii) The company has tied up defence for Excellence and Outstanding business for the strategically important Contribution to the Public Sector new Defence products, Self Propelled Management - Medium PSE Category. Mine Burrier System with M/s TDA Armaments, a subsidiary of Thales, MAZAGON DOCK LIMITED (MDL) France and Light Armoured Vehicle with M/s General Dynamics Land 7.42 Mazagon Dock Limited (MDL) is a Systems, Canada and Dry Support Premier Ship Builder of the Nation, capable Bridge System with M/s WFEL Limited, of building warships of upto 6800 tonne UK. BEML Ltd. also tied up for displacement and merchant ships of up to ToT with M/s Tatra, Czech Republic 27000 DWT. for producing Tatra Engines with 7.43 Mazagon Dock Ltd is engaged Euro-II/ Euro-III compliance for Defence in construction of warships including application, domestic supply and also Destroyers, , Submarines, New global outsourcing for OEM and Generation Stealth Frigates, Offshore Patrol parts . The engines will be produced in Vessels, construction of various types of Engine Division, Mysore. merchant ships and repairs / modernisation of (ix) The prestigious order for supply of 150 warships, submarines and merchant ships. Metro Coaches for Bangalore Metro Fabrication of Offshore Platforms and allied Rail Corporation valued Rs.1672.49 activities for Oil Exploration and general Crore was won by BEML and letter of Heavy Engineering jobs were also carried Acceptance was signed on February 16, out in the Yard. 2009. 7.44 The Company has built and delivered (x) On the Modernization & Expansion to the Indian Navy six Leander Class Frigates,

65 three Godavari Class Frigates, (iv) At present, MDL is building MDL has built one Cadet Training Ship, three six frontline warships under two and delivered to Missile Corvettes, four Missile major shipbuilding projects and the Indian Navy Boats, three Destroyers and six submarines under a separate six Leander Class two Submarines as also seven project. In the civil sector one Frigates, three Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPV) dredger is being built for the Godavari Class to the Coast Guard. DCIL and one Export order for Frigates, One Cadet two nos. Multipurpose Support 7.45 MDL has also built Training Ship, three Vessels is being built for M/s. and delivered Cargo Ships, Missile Corvettes, Greatship Global Services Pte Ltd. Passenger Ships, Supply four Missile Boats, Singapore. Vessels, Multi Purpose Support three Destroyers and 7.47 Modernisation: Mazagon Vessels, Water Tankers and two Submarines and Dock Limited is engaged in various types of Small Crafts seven OPV to the creating additional facilities like Tugs, Dredgers, Fishing Coast Guard. through the “Mazdock Trawlers, Barges & BOPS for Modernization Project (MMP)”. various customers in India as This includes creation of facilities viz. well as abroad. The Shipbuilding division of Wet Basin, Modular Workshop, Heavy the Company has been accredited with ISO Duty Goliath crane, Cradle Shop and 9001-2000 Certificate. MDL was awarded Stores. The infrastructure that will be Mini Ratna status in September 2006. created through these Projects will facilitate reduction in construction period of vessels 7.46 Achievements: and enable early delivery of ships. Foundation (i) The company received SCOPE Award stone of Mazagon Dock Modernization for “Excellence and outstanding Project was laid on February 6, 2009. contribution for the Public Sector GOA SHIPYARD LIMITED Management: - Special Institutional (Turnaround) for 2006-07. Quality 7.48 Goa Shipyard Ltd (GSL) is one of the Circle Teams got Excellent class study leading shipyards, building medium- sized Awards at National Convention on sophisticated vessels for Indian Navy, Indian Quality Circle 2008. Coast Guard and others. It commenced functioning with its own Board of Directors (ii) Keel of Barge, Yard No.08013 was laid since September 29, 1967. Government of on February 25, 2008. They have also India has conferred the status of Mini Ratna, laid Keel of MSV Yards 26775 & 26784 Category-I in March 2007. in July 2008.

(iii) Implementation of ERP Launched in 7.49 Goa Shipyard Limited is an ISO- 9001 MDL and is in progress. certified company. The product range of

66 the shipyard comprises of 105m Advanced vessels of cumulative contract value of Offshore Patrol Vessels (AOPV), 105m Rs. 3674 crores has commenced. Three Naval Offshore Patrol Vessels (NOPV), 90m out of these are prototype vessels. Offshore Patrol Vessels (90m OPV), Offshore (ii) For the first time, under the Public- Patrol Vessels (OPV), 50m Fast Patrol Vessels Private Partnership concept, outsourcing (FPV), Missile Boats (MB), Hydrographic for hull construction up to 1 deck have Survey Vessels (HSV), Extra Fast Attack Crafts been placed for 90 m OPVs, on M/s. (XFAC), Sail Training Ship (STS), Landing Shoft Engineers, Bharauch, Gujarat. Craft Utility (LCU), Seaward Defence Boats (SDB), Torpedo Recovery Vessels (TRV), (iii) Goa Shipyard Limited bagged the Passenger Vessels (PV), Tugs etc. So far, 182 Raksha Mantri’s award for Excellence vessels have been built. “Best Performing Shipyard” and “Design Effort” 2006-07 in August 2008. This is 7.50 Diversification: GSL has diversified the second consecutive year GSL has into supply of stern gear equipment in bagged this award. collaboration with M/s. Wartsila LIPS (iv) GSL has achieved record value of Defence, France, Constructing Damage production to the tune of Rs. 317.21 Control Simulator (DCS) for Indian Navy crore for 2007-08, the highest since at INS Shivaji, Lonavla and Survival at inception of the company. Profit after Sea Training Facility Unit (SSTF) for Oil Tax increased from Rs.9.92 crores to and Natural Gas Commission (ONGC). Rs.69.96 crores. Net worth increased In addition, proposals are in progress for from Rs. 175.29 crores to Rs. 271.66 construction of Fire Fighting Training Unit crores. (FFTU) and Water Survival Training Facility (WSTF) for Indian Navy. (v) Ship construction period for AOPV Class of vessels has been brought down 7.51 The Company has embarked on a to 41 months. major exercise of diversification into building (vi) Three vessels are being exported to Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) boats to Royal Omanese Navy, Sultanate of cater for orders from Ministry of Home Oman. Affairs. Dedicated infrastructure facilities have already been set up for construction of (vii) Two proto type vessels designed in these GRP boats. GSL is also venturing into house by GSL have been launched. building Shore Based Test Facility (SBTF) for 7.53 Shipbuilding: aviation specialization. (i) Mine Counter Measure Vessels (MCMV) 7.52 Achievements: for Indian Navy: GSL was nominated (i) For the first time in the Yard’s history, for series construction of Mine Counter concurrent production of nine major Measure Vessels (MCMV) for Indian

67 Raksha Mantri presenting Excellence Award for “Design Effort” for design and construction of Offshore Patrol Vessels to GSL

Navy. Request For Proposal (RFP) (iii) Shore Based Test Facility (SBTF) at has been issued on August 28, 2008. INS Hansa: GSL has been nominated as Production is likely to commence from the main fabricator for setting up Shore 2011. Based Training Facility at INS Hansa, Goa. (ii) Sail Training Ship(STS) for Indian Navy: Contract signed with Indian 7.54 Modernisation: Goa shipyard has Navy for construction of Sail Training commenced the implementation of planned Ship (STS) similar to INS Tarangini modernisation programme after which the on March 28, 2008. Production capacity of the yard is expected to enhance by nearly three folds. M/s. Haskoning commenced on December 31, 2008. Netherland B V, , a world-class Contract of the value of Rs.190 crore consultant, is working as consultant for GSL has been signed for Glass Reinforced Modernisation Project. The modernisation Plastic with Ministry of Home Affairs. plan includes modern steel fabrication Order has been placed on M/s. facility, ship lift and transfer system, dry Motomarine, Greece for Transfer of land berths for ship construction and repairs, Technology (ToT) for the construction modern outfit shops, GRP facility and two of the GRP boats at GSL. jetties. In addition yard will have improved

68 material storage & handling facility, revamped of RBD has thus lead to enhancement of mechanical & electrical services and utilities. capacity. The Modernisation Plan at a total estimated outlay of Rs 792 crore is planned to be 7.57 For sometime past, GRSE has been executed in four phases. taking steps to up-grade and modernize its infrastructural facilities apart from normal Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers renewal and replacement. The foundation Ltd. stone of the Modernisation Project at GRSE, Main Yard was laid on February 19, 2009. 7.55 Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd. (GRSE), has kept pace with the 7.58 Achievements: expanding maritime interests of India and is (i) The second of the series INS Kesari now recognized as a leading shipbuilding (Yard No. 3015) was commissioned yard and manufacturer of high value, high on April 5, 2008 at the Eastern Naval technology, complex engineering items in Command Base, Visakhapatnam. Eastern India. The Company has been granted (ii) The third and last ship of this series, the Category-1 Mini Ratna status. The main Airavat (Yard No. 3016) was delivered business activity of GRSE is shipbuilding and to Indian Navy on March 30, 2009. ship repair for the Indian Navy and Coast Guard which contributes about 81% of the (iii) Two number Passenger-cum Vehicle total production. Remaining 9% comes from Ferries built by GRSE Yard Nos.2067 production of ship borne engineering items, and 2068 (MV Lapathy and MV North Bailey Bridges, project activity and diesel Bay) for the Administration of Andaman engines. The shipyard has a vast range of & Nicobar Islands were commissioned on July 21, 2008. technical expertise and experience built up over the last 125 years. (iv) The first two Water Jet Fast Attack Crafts (WJFAC), INS Car Nicobar and INS 7.56 Modernisation: Raja Bagan Dock Chetlet (Yard No. 2057 & 2058) were (RBD) Unit was acquired on July 01, 2006. delivered to the Indian Navy on January The said Unit is being renovated and 9, 2009. upgraded. The Keel of the first seven ships Yard Nos.2057 to 2063 laid from January (v) The next two Water Jet Fast Attack Crafts Yard Nos. 2059 and 2060 (INS Cinque 27, 2007 to July 29, 2008. The first two ships and INS Cheriyam) were launched on were Launched on November 23, 2007, July 16, 2008. November 27, 2007 and next two ships on July 16, 2008 . Further keel of Waterjet (vi) The Keels of Water Jet Fast Attack FACs 2061,2062 and 2063 have been laid Crafts, Yard Nos. 2061 , 2062 and simultaneously on July 29, 2008. Acquiring 2063, were laid on July 29, 2008. This

69 is the first time in the history of GRSE, Missiles in collaboration with Russia. In- these vessels have been launched on house developed CMDS (Counter Measures the same day. Dispensing System) has been accepted by the Indian Air Force. BDL is working in (vii) On November 7, 2008 GRSE received close association with DRDO for technology RM’s Award of Excellence for the year absorption/assimilation and extending 2006-07 in the categories of Innovation support by providing missile subsystems/ and Import substitution. integration of missiles for conducting trials BHARAT DYNAMICS LIMITED of missiles like , , Article K-15 and Agni Variants (A1, A2 and A3). The Company 7.59 Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) has ventured into productionising underwater was established in 1970 for manufacture of weapon systems such as Advanced Light Guided Missiles. It is one of the few strategic Weight Torpedo (TAL) and Light Weight industries in the world that possesses the Mines in Concurrent Engineering mode. capability to produce state-of-the-art missiles. Besides producing indigenously developed 7.60 Exports: BDL has exported the Infrared missile systems under the IGMDP, Radiation Interference Indicators (IRII) worth BDL is engaged in the production of $ 1,56,966.50 to ELOP, Israel during the year Konkurs-M and Invar (3UBK-20) Anti Guided 2007-08.

Secretary, Defence Production being apprised about various projects of BDL

70 7.61 Economy Measures: The Company alloys, Nickel base and Cobalt base implemented various economy measures for Superalloys, Niobium-Hafnium alloy efficient performance and to reduce the cost and a host of special purpose high strength steels in mill forms like large of production without sacrificing the quality. size rings, plates, forgings, rods, strips Inventory of raw materials, work-in-progress and wire and spare parts are maintained at optimum levels. Energy consumption, fixed and variable (iii) A record production of 402 heats (2011 overheads and contingency expenditure are Tons) was achieved in Titanium Shop, being continuously reviewed and pruned to Vacuum Arc Remelting Furnace (VAR-I) during 2008-09. the barest minimum. (Iv) Six ingots of N3M, N2 steel were MISHRA DHATU NIGAM LIMITED directly rolled from Ingot stage into billets at Alloy Steel Plant (ASP), 7.62 Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited Durgapur thus increasing productivity (MIDHANI) was incorporated as a Public and yield. This process route enabled Sector Undertaking under the Administrative MIDHANI to avoid the expensive in- Control of Department of Defence Production between forging operation and reduce & Supplies, Ministry of Defence in 1973 to achieve self-reliance in the manufacture of processing time. Superalloys, Titanium alloys and Special (v) Developed Nickel base superalloy Purpose Steels required for strategic sectors SNi 693M for nuclear Application, such as Aeronautics, Space, Armaments, developed high toughness low alloy Atomic Energy, Navy. Special products such steel for armour Application, developed as Molybdenum wires & plates, Titanium and ultra high strength low alloy steel for Stainless Steel tubes, alloys for electrical and aerospace fastener application, modified electronic application such as Soft Magnetic alloys, Controlled expansion alloys and 12% Cr marternsitic stainless steel for Resistance alloys also formed part of the nuclear application and developed cold production. rolled alpha-beta titanium alloy.

7.63 Achievements: SALES OF ORDNANCE FACTORIES AND DEFENCE PSUS (i) Erection of the new 6.5 T vacuum Induction Melting Furnace, which is 7.64 The total value of sales issues by critical equipment in the modernization Ordnance Factories and Defence Public of MIDHANI, was completed during the Sector Undertakings during the last three year. years, is given in table 7.1. Defence Public (ii) MIDHANI has manufactured and Sector Undertakings and Ordnance Factories supplied several critical materials have exported items worth Rs 859.60 crore such as Maraging steels, Titanium during the year 2008-09.

71 Table 7.1

Year Ordnance Factories Public sector undertakings (Rupees in crore) Total sales Total Sales Grand Total 2006-07 6197.35 15849.30 22046.65 2007-08 6937.81 16763.00 23700.81 2008-09 7305.00 19864.00 27169.00

INDIGENISATION Assurance of all imported as well as indigenous defence stores and equipment, for 7.65 Private Sector Participation: To the Army, Navy (excluding Naval Armaments) achieve the quest for self-reliance in the and common User items for the Air Force Defence sector, continuous efforts are being procured from Private Sector, Public Sector made to indigenize Defence equipment Undertakings and Ordnance Factories. It wherever technologically feasible and has, therefore, a vital role to play in defence economically viable. Department of preparedness of the country. Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP) has, so far, issued 119 letters of Intent 7.68 Organisational Structure and (LOIs)/ Industrial Licenses (ILs) to private Functions: DGQA Organisation is structured sector companies for manufacture of a into ten Technical Directorates, each of wide range of defence equipment on the which is responsible for a distinct range recommendation of the Ministry of Defence. of equipment. The Technical Directorates are structured in three tiers for functional 7.66 Consequent to opening up of the purposes, comprising their respective Defence Industry Sector for Indian private Headquarters, Controllerates and Field sector participation with Foreign Direct Quality Assurance Establishments. In Investment (FDI) permissible up to 26%, addition, there are Proof Establishments in subject to licensing, 6 joint ventures have case of Armament Discipline for carrying been, so far, formed between Indian and out proof of weapons and foreign companies and Industrial ammunition. The tasks Licenses (ILs) issued for Department of Industrial performed by the three tiers manufacture of various defence Policy and Promotion are complementary and equipments. has, so far, issued are integrated to achieve 119 letters of Intent/ maximum efficiency. The Directorate General of Industrial Licenses to essential functions performed Quality Assurance private sector companies by the Organisation are as for manufacture of a follows: 7.67 Directorate General of wide range of defence (a) Quality Assurance Quality Assurance (DGQA) is equipment on the of defence stores and an Inter-Service Organisation, recommendation of the equipments procured Ministry of Defence. responsible for Quality indigenously or ex-import.

72 (b) Rendering assistance in (a) Quality Assurance of productionising of the DRDO DGAQA is the Stores: DGQA ensures that developed projects. Regulatory authority stores accepted are strictly as for Quality (c) Render technical advice to per laid down specifications Service HQrs and promote Assurance and and performance parameters. standardisation. final acceptance of The value of stores quality military aircraft, its assured during the last three (d) Investigation of defects and years is given in Table 7.2. accessories and other rendering advice on remedial measures to eliminate/ aeronautical stores. (b) Self Certification: minimize the occurrences of DGQA organisation awards Self Certification status to the same. Quality Conscious Firms/Manufacturers (e) Preparation, Updating and Issue of who have well established Quality Drawings, Specifications, Technical Management Systems and demonstrated Publications and Quality related consistent product quality during the Instructions. execution of successive Defence Supply Orders. 58 Manufacturers have been (f) Issues of DGQA Approval/ Assignment awarded Self-Certification till date. List and Cataloguing of Defence Stores. Directorate General Aeronautical (g) Providing Technical guidance and Quality Assurance (DGAQA) formulation of General Staff Qualitative Requirement (GSQR), association 7.70 The Directorate General Aeronautical during Trial Evaluation, Development, Quality Assurance is the Regulatory authority etc, extension of self life and post- for Quality Assurance and final acceptance production services of Defence Stores. of military aircraft, its accessories and other aeronautical stores. DGAQA also has (h) Formulation of guidelines/management an important role in providing technical of grant of product specific self- consultation to Ministry of Defence, Service certification. HQ, Defence PSUs and Trade sources 7.69 Achievements: The major during various stages of procurement and manufacture of Defence Aero stores. achievements of DGQA Organisation are as follows: 7.71 The organisation is headed by a Director General at HQ New Delhi and Table 7.2 three Deputy Director General one each Year Value of stores placed at HQ New Delhi, Bangalore and (in crores) 2006-2007 18,473.24 Lucknow with other technical officers from 2007-2008 13,298.78 diverse discipline, committed to meet the 2008-2009 13,805.44 objectives, mission and responsibilities of the (till Feb, 2009) organisation.

73 7.72 During 2008-09 QA coverage stores manufactured at Ordnance Factory, has been provided for stores valuing Rs. Khamaria, Chanda, Ambajhari, 12,746.32 crores. & Ammunition factory Kirkee has been transferred to respective ordnance factories. 7.73 Important Policy Decisions/ Initiatives With the change of procedure for the taken: armament stores, various establishments of (i) MSQAA team provided QA coverage for DGAQA will be carrying out inspection only one set of ground system of Brahmos. at critical stages followed by proof, Quality audits, engineering observations, spot checks (ii) Three officers from DGAQA received etc. award of performance and excellent contributions for DRDO project DIRECTORATE OF STANDARDISATION TARANG. The award was presented by the Pime Minister. 7.75 The primary objective of the (iii) Two officers of DGAQA included in Directorate of Standardisation is to establish DRDO award team for path breaking commonality in equipment and components research/ outstanding technology among the three Services so that the overall development for the year 2007 in inventory of the Defence Services is reduced missile, presented by the Prime to the minimum. The objective is sought to Minister. be achieved through:

(iv) Transfer of QA responsibility of input (a) Preparation of Standardisation materials to Ordnance Factories has documents such as Joint Service been finalised with ordnance Factory Specifications, Joint Service Preferred Board initially for a period of two years. Ranges, Joint Service Rationalised Lists, Joint Service Guides, Joint (v) DGAQA has provided active technical Service Policy Statements, Joint Service contribution for the QA of HAWK Qualitative Requirements and Approval aircraft inducted into IAF. Notifications. (vi) Officers from DGAQA have assisted IAF (b) Codification of Defence Inventory. in technical evaluation of MAFI projects in India and abroad. (c) Entry Control.

7.74 Transfer of inspection responsibilities 7.76 The following Committees monitor the from DGAQA to OFB: With the intention Standardisation and Codification activities: to move towards self-certification by the (a) Standardisation Committee: It is manufacturer, the responsibility for input the Apex-level Body, which lays material and stage/ interstage inspection, down overall Standardisation Policy vendor registration in respect of air armament Guidelines.

74 (b) Committee of Chairman Standardisation primary objective of preparing overall plans Sub-Committee (CCSSC): Chaired by for the production of defence equipment Additional Secretary (DP), it guides in the country. The Directorate functions Standardisation activities through 13 as an attached office to the Department of Sub-Committees. Defence Production. It is the nodal point (c) Defence Equipment Codification within the Department for activities related Committee (DECC): Chaired by Joint to Defence Acquisition Council, International Secretary (Supplies), it guides and Cooperation in defence production, monitors Codification activities. major programmes and projects related to development and production of armoured 7.77 The significant achievements are given vehicles and armaments in the Ordnance below:- Factory Board, important communication and (a) Standardisation: 774 No of standards shipbuilding projects and offsets in defence documents have been formulated procurement. during the period. 7.80 The Directorate coordinates within (b) Codification: 44,002 items have been the Department of Defence Production codified during the year. in formulating views on categorization (c) Updation: 3,727 items have been of Capital Acquisition plans of the three updated during the year services circulated by HQ Integrated Staff, for consideration of SCAPCC, SCAPCHC and 7.78 Membership at Allied Committee/135: A landmark agreement has been signed with Defence Acquisition Council (DAC). The Allied Committee (AC/135) on June 10, 2008 Directorate also acts as the nodal body for for India to become a member of AC/135, the coordinating view points of the Department Apex Body of NATO Codification System on agenda placed before Defence (NCS) committed to increase effectiveness Procurement Board. The Directorate also and efficient efficiency of global logistics functions as the secretariat for the Defence system and operations of the participating Offsets Facilitation Agency(DOFA), which nations and to provide the bridge necessary is a single window organisation to facilitate to facilitate global logistics operations. foreign vendors in fulfilling their offset Directorate of Standardisation will act as the obligations. National Codification Bureau (NCB) for India. DEFENCE EXHIBITION ORGANISATION Directorate of Planning & Coordination 7.81 The Defence Exhibition Organisation (DEO), an Inter Service Organisation, was 7.79 The Directorate of Planning and raised in 1981. The main charter of DEO coordination was set up in 1964 with is to organise and co-ordinate Defence

75 exhibitions in India and focus of Defexpo India is on DEO organises and abroad, primarily with a view land and naval systems. co-ordinates Defence to promote export potential exhibitions in India and (a) AERO INDIA: The seventh of defence oriented products abroad, with a view edition of Aero India 2009 was and services, developed and to promote export held on February 11 to 15, manufactured by the Indian potential of defence 2009. The Airshow received an Defence Industry. oriented products and overwhelming response from 7.82 Standing Defence services, developed and leading industries of the world Exhibition: To conduct manufactured by the in the field of civil and military distinguished visitors, foreign Indian Defence Industry. aviation sector. More than 600 dignitaries, delegates and exhibitors from 26 countries purchase missions, DEO had displayed their products maintains throughout the year, permanent and services. More than 2 to 3 lac visitors and Defence Exhibition at Defence Pavilion, more than 50,000 business visitors visited Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, which gives the show. 20 Foreign aircraft and 60 Indian them a glimpse of the range of products and aircraft participated in the show. Delegates services being offered by the Indian Defence of 48 countries and business heads of various Industries and their capabilities. reputed companies visited the show.

7.83 India International Trade Fair (IITF): Defence Pavilion participates in IITF held (b) DEFEXPO INDIA: Defexpo India every year in Pragati Maidan, New Delhi 2008, the fifth edition was organized at during 14-27 November. During IITF 08, an Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from Feb 16 to elaborate display of exhibits was organised 19, 2008 in association with Confederation of by the DPSUs, the OFB, DRDO, DGQA India Industry (CII). It had the unprecedented and DGAQA to give a glimpse to general participation of 475 companies including 292 populace about the multi-faceted capabilities from 32 countries. All the DPSUs, the OFB and products of Indian defence industries. and DRDO participated in the exhibition Publicity stalls were also activated by the displaying their wide range of defence Armed Forces and Coast Guard. systems and services. During Defexpo 2008, 7.84 International Exhibitions in India: To a special emphasis was laid to showcase provide a platform for the Indian Defence the R&D capabilities of Indian Defence industry to showcase its capabilities, Industries and to enhance their export DEO organises two biennial international prospects, alongwith projecting the Indian exhibitions in India, namely, the Aero India Defence Market as a future vital distinction and Defexpo India. While Aero India is for investment. High level delegation from dedicated to aerospace and aviation industry, 47 countries attended the exhibition.

76 7.85 International Exhibitions Abroad: India Pavilions were set up at the Defence With a view to provide impetus to export Services Asia (DSA) in Kuala Lampur, Malaysia (April 21-24, 2008), Berlin Air potential to Indian Defence Industry, Show (ILA) in Berlin, Germany (May 27 to DEO organises “India Pavilion” for major June 1, 2008) and Africa Aerospace and defence products being manufactured by Defence (AAD) in Cape Town, South Africa them. During the financial year 2008-09, (September 17-21, 2008).

INVESTMENT

(Rs. in crore)

Name of PSUs 2006-07 2007-08 2008-09 Equity Govt. Equity Govt. loans Equity Govt. loans loans HAL 120.50 - 120.50 - 120.50 - BEL 80.00 - 80.00 - 80.00 - BEML 36.87 - 41.77 - 41.77 - MDL 199.20 - 199.20 - 199.20 - GRSE 123.84 - 123.84 - 123.84 - GSL 29.10 - 29.10 - 29.10 - BDL 115.00 - 115.00 - 115.00 - MIDHANI 137.34 - 137.34 - 146.34 - TOTAL 841.85 - 846.75 - 855.75 -

WORKING RESULTS VALUE OF PRODUCTION AND SALES (Rs in crore) Name of the 2006-2007 2007-2008 2008-09(Provisional) PSUs Value of Value of Value of Value of Value of Value of Sales Production Sales Production Sales Production HAL 9201.88 7783.61 8791.52 8625.33 11162.38 10260.00 BEL 4012.76 3952.70 4111.37 4102.54 5263.82 4618.74 BEML 2590.75 2601.79 2826.95 2713.34 3178.20 3016.42 MDL 1872.24 18.65 2,321.69 6.06 2532.00 14.00 GRSE 641.66 713.74 573.47 556.65 614.36 720.60 GSL 267.07 152.79 317.21 26.94 477.05 464.03 BDL 385.84 433.51 505.85 454.38 519.00 464.00 MIDHANI 223.88 192.51 296.40 255.01 346.77 306.15 TOTAL 19196.08 15849.3 19744.46 16740.25 24093.58 19863.94

77 WORKING RESULTS OF OFB VALUE OF PRODUCTION AND SALES (Rs in crore) 2006-2007 2007-2008 2008-2009 Value of Production Value of Sales Value of Value of Value of Value of Sales Production Sales Production 8282.72 6197.35 9312.62 6937.81 10603.00 7304.75

Profit After Tax

(Rs. in crore) Name of the PSUs 2007-08 2008-09 HAL 1631.88 1559.40 BEL 826.74 743.65 BEML 225.65 248.40 MDL 240.86 231.41 GRSE 74.47 44.48 GSL 69.97 82.10 BDL 47.65 40.00 MIDHANI 35.54 40.38 TOTAL 3152.76 2989.82

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DEFENCE RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT

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Astra Missile

79 Defence Research & Development Organisation is fully dedicated towards progressive enhancement of self-reliance in defence systems and also to enhance R&D infrastructure and capability of the country

8.1 The Defence Research & Development finest models of R&D organizations in the Organisation (DRDO) has come a long way world. since its inception on January 1, 1958 to become a major Science & Technology force ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE to recon within the country. Starting as a very 8.3 DRDO has a mission mode structure, small organization with only 10 laboratories, headed by the Scientific Adviser to Raksha DRDO has grown multi-dimensionally and Mantri (SA to RM) who is also Secretary to the emerged as a strong and mature organization Government of India. The Secretary is assisted with a vast network of 50 laboratories, spread by the Chief Controllers of Armaments & across the country. Combat Engineering and Naval Systems 8.2 DRDO is dedicated towards (ACE&NS); Missiles & Strategic Systems progressive enhancement of self-reliance (MSS); Aeronautics & Materials Science in defence systems and also enhancement (AMS); Services Interactions (SI); Life Sciences of R&D infrastructure and capability of & Human Resources (LS&HR); Electronics the country. It has a vision to promote the & Computer Sciences (ECS); Resources & corporate strength and to make the country Management(R&M); and Implementation. independent of foreign technologies in critical spheres and also to act as a reservoir 8.4 DRDO Headquarters: DRDO HQrs of expertise in the most sensitive scientific is organized in two different types of HQrs and technological domains. DRDO plays Directorates, namely Technical Directorate many significant roles, like providing and Corporate Directorate. The Technical scientific and technological advice to the Directorates include Directorates of MoD in support of defence policy; as Aeronautics; Armaments; Combat Vehicles evaluator of defence equipment for the and Engineering; Electronics and Computer military operational requirements; and Sciences; Materials; Interaction with Services generating new technological knowledge for Business; International Cooperation; to be transferred to the defence industries Technology Acquisition; Missiles; Naval for development of state-of-the-art weapon Research and Development; Life Sciences; systems. Today, DRDO is one of the Civil Works and Estates; and Technical

80 Examination Cell. Besides these, Scientific There are 5 Missile Systems Laboratories, Advisers to Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), 12 Electronic Systems Laboratories, 3 Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Chief of the Naval Materials Science Laboratories, 5 Armament Staff (CNS) and Deputy Chief of Integrated System Laboratories, 6 Aeronautical Defence Staff (DCIDS) also act as Technical Systems Laboratories, 4 Combat Vehicles Directors. & Engineering Laboratories, 10 Life Sciences Laboratories and 3 Naval Systems 8.5 Corporate Directorates include Laboratories, which aim at achieving their set Directorates of Personnel; Human Resource missions. Development; Materials Management; Planning & Coordination; Management 8.7 DRDO has two societies, namely Services; Rajbhasha and Organisation & Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) Methods; Budget, Finance & Accounts; and Society for Integrated Technology Security & Vigilance; Extramural Research Applications & Research (SITAR). ADA has & Intellectual Property Rights; Public mission to undertake design & development Interface; and a Center for Technology of advanced technology aircraft. SITAR Extension & Cooperation. These Directorates designs digital components and devices assist laboratories in improvement of their required for various projects including high infrastructure, creation of new facilities, performance computing. Defence Institute induction of manpower, coordinating with of Advanced Technology (DIAT), which other ministries/ departments, etc. and also in attained status of in getting Government approvals for taking up 2005, organizes courses on wide spectrum of projects in their respective areas. technologies including regular long and short term courses for newly recruited scientists and 8.6 DRDO Laboratories/ Establishments: Post Graduate Programmes to meet defence Various programmes/ projects are being requirements in general and weapon systems executed through a network of various in particular. Gallium Arsenide Enabling laboratories/ establishments, Field Stations, Technology Centre (GAETEC) at is Regional Centres of Military Airworthiness a foundry, set up for design, development and (RCsMA), etc located at different stations fabrication of critical microwave components all over the country. These are engaged in for various programmes undertaken by R&D activities in the field of aeronautics, DRDO and Department of Space. armaments, missiles, combat vehicles, advanced computing and networking, HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT electronics, opto-electronics, military engineering systems, life sciences, advanced 8.8 DRDO has adopted a dynamic materials, composites and underwater and systematic approach for manpower sensors/weapons, warship technology, etc. development. A Human Resource

81 Consultative Body has been constituted in available. Similarly, under the Continuing DRDO to look into an integrated approach Education Programme (CEP), a number of for development of HRD related policies courses have been organised in different and strategies for implementation in disciplines for various categories. DRDO organisational system. A Manpower Planning has three training institutes namely, Defence Board manages the Scientific, Technical, Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT), Administrative and Allied Cadres. Institute of Technology Management (ITM) at Mussoorie and DRDO Training Institute at 8.9 Every year, scientists are recruited Defence Laboratory, to cater to the through an annual competitive examination at training needs of its scientists and personnel. national level called Scientist Entry Test (SET). In addition to this, talents are also searched PROJECTS MONITORING AND REVIEW through campus interviews, scholarship MECHANISM schemes through Aeronautic Research and Development Board (ARDB) and PhD 8.12 DRDO involves users and production scholars under Registration of Student with agencies from the very beginning to cut Scholastic Aptitude (ROSSA). short the delays and to bring synergy among developing agencies, R&D laboratories, MANPOWER STRENGTH users and production agencies. DRDO has instituted several review mechanisms to 8.10 At present the total manpower strength monitor programmes and projects regularly is about 28,500, which includes about 7,500 right from their inception, with active scientists 10,500 technical staff and remaining participation of the Services, production Admin & Allied from various cadres. agencies, academic/ research institutions, etc. 8.11 Knowledge and Skills Upgradation: There is an in-house apex level body called Technical, managerial and soft skill “DRDO Research Council” (DRC), chaired Training Programmes/ Courses have been by the Scientific Adviser to Raksha Mantri, organized by DRDO to cater to the present to review the progress of major ongoing and futuristic requirements of scientific and projects in all the labs/ establishments. In technical know-how for its projects. Under addition, Corporate Reviews covering techno- Research & Training scheme, a significant managerial aspects are also carried out by a number of personnel have been sponsored high level committee for the improvement to undergo M.E/ M.Tech courses in various of the infrastructure of labs/ establishments. disciplines at IIT’s, IISc and other engineering The Vice Chief of Army Staff reviews Staff institutions of repute. Additionally, provision Projects for Army, twice a year. For all major for studying MS, M.Tech and PhD courses at programmes/ projects, there are multi-tier DIAT, Deemed University have been made “Programme Management Boards”, who

82 periodically monitor and single stage solid rocket review the programmes DRDO had made great strides motor and can carry one and help in early detection towards making the country tonne warhead. It can be of bottlenecks and suggest self-reliant in the areas of configured to fire from road/ their mid-course corrective military technology and mobile launcher. With the actions, as deemed fit. enabled our Armed Forces to development of Agni-I, the progressively enhance their range gap between Prithvi-II PROGRAMMES AND combat effectiveness through & Agni-II has been bridged. PROJECTS development of state-of- Agni–I has been inducted in the-art weapon systems and to Services. 8.13 DRDO had made technologies. great strides towards making Agni-II Missile: The range the country self-reliant in for Agni-II is more than 2000 the areas of military technology. Over the km. The salient features of the test firings past few decades, it has enabled our Armed are mobile launch capability, multi-staging, Forces to progressively enhance their combat state-of-the-art control and guidance, re- effectiveness through development of state-of- entry technology and sophisticated on-board the-art weapon systems and technologies. A packages including advanced communication. number of systems and equipment have been Agni–II has also been inducted in to Services. developed, productionised and inducted into Services during the past. Progress of some Agni-III Missile: Agni-III is a long-range of the leading programmes and projects missile with a capability to launch from during the current financial year is given in rail mobile launcher. It has a capacity to succeeding paragraphs. carry 1500 kg warhead. Agni-III has been successfully test fired on May 7, 2008. 8.14 Missile Systems: Missile: It is a Naval version of Prithvi Missile: Surface-to-surface missile, Prithvi missile with a range of 250 km and Prithvi, a tactical battlefield missile, has a payload of about 500 kg. Weaponisation two versions of ranges 150 km & 250 km of INS Subhadra and Suwarna has been with about 1 tonne and 500 kg payloads, completed. respectively. Both versions have been Akash Missile: Medium range (25 km), inducted into Armed Forces. Prithvi-II was surface-to-air missile, Akash has multiple flight tested successfully by Users and DRDO target handling capacity with digitally coded on May 27, 2008. command guidance system. User trials of Agni-I Missile: With a range of 700 km, Akash Air Force version have been completed surface-to-surface Agni-I missile has successfully. Air Force is considering

83 procurement/ induction of two squadron of is a universal missile, capable of being Akash Missile system. launched from multiple platforms based on land, sea, sub-sea and air against sea and Nag Missile: Nag is a third generation anti- land targets. Fifteenth successive successful tank missile with “top-attack” and “fire and launch of BrahMos Missile was carried out forget” capability. Two developmental flight on March 5, 2008 demonstrating the land trials have been conducted successfully attack capabilities of the missile launched during August 2008. User trial Phase-I have from land and sea. Sixteenth launch was been successfully completed against moving/ carried out on December 18, 2008 from the static target and Phase-II has been planned in Universal Vertical Launcher from the moving mid–2009. ship. Indian Army and Indian Navy have already inducted the missile system in their BrahMos Supersonic Cruise Missile: armories. Air version of the missile is under BrahMos supersonic cruise missile, a joint development. An improved version (Block-II venture product of India and Russia is the Army Version) was test fired successfully on best in the family of cruise missiles. This March 4, 2009 in Pokhran Field Ranges.

Astra Missile: Astra is an air-to-air missile being indigenously designed and developed to engage and destroy highly maneuvering supersonic aerial targets. Two developmental flight trials have been completed successfully during September 13-14, 2008. Simulated guided flight from ground to prove terminal guidance phase has been planned during mid-2009.

Long Range Surface-to-Air Missile (LR-SAM): It is joint development programme of DRDO, Indian Navy and IAI, Israel. It has a range of 70 km using dual pulse rocket motor and active radar seeker in terminal phase and inertial/ mid-course update for guidance. Static test of two flight motors and two launch clearance tests with short burn motors have been conducted successfully.

Shaurya Missile: DRDO successfully test BrahMos Missile fired Shaurya, a medium range surface-to-

84 surface missile with a range of 600 km, on would be adaptable to aircraft carriers and November 12, 2008. The missile is capable will accordingly have modified landing of carrying conventional warheads with a gears and 4 degree drop-down nose. The payload of about one tonne. first naval-version prototype is scheduled for integration and testing by mid-2009. Work is 8.15 Aeronautical Systems: in progress to ensure its roll out by 2010.

Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas: India’s Kaveri Engine for LCA: Gas Turbine indigenous multi-role fighter aircraft, Tejas, Research Establishment (GTRE), Bangalore designed and developed by Aeronautical is developing the Kaveri Aeroengine to meet Development Agency, Bangalore, is in the requirements of the indigenous LCA. Its advance stage of flight-testing. As on further development is being progressed as date, seven aircraft – two Technology a joint-venture with M/s SNEMCA of France. Demonstrators (TDs), three Prototype Once this joint-venture is finalized, an Vehicles (PVs), and two Limited Series indigenous aeroengine for LCA is expected to Production (LSP) versions – have flown be available in about 48 months. 1088 flights. All trials are progressing well towards grant of Initial Operational Kaveri Engine for Naval Ship: Kaveri Marine Clearance (IOC) to the aircraft by 2010 Gas Turbine (KMGT) is a spin-off of the and Full Operational Clearance (FOC) by Kaveri aeroengine project. This engine has 2012. IAF has placed its first order of 20 been successfully tested at Naval facilities at aircraft. The first batch of 10 aircraft will be Vizag. The present version engine is being delivered to IAF by mid 2010 and the next improved for higher thrust and endurance so batch by November 2011. Also, 2 Trainer- as to make it useful for Indian Naval Ship. version PVs and 6 LSPs aircraft are presently Missile Approach Warning System & under various stages of built-up. Laser Warning System: Defence Avionics Research Establishment (DARE), Bangalore has Tejas programme is now undergoing the indigenously developed a ‘Missile Approach next phase of trials viz., weapon trials and Warning System and Laser Warning System’ hot weather trials, which will be completed for military aircraft and successfully tested it on by mid-2009. Weapon Release Trials on IAF’s Avro transport aircraft. The Indian Army Light Combat Aircraft, Tejas with 25 lb, has sought this technology for its Cheetah 1000 lb and 3 kg bombs at Jamnagar have helicopters; About 69 systems will be mass- been successfully completed. First 1000 lb produced by Bharat Electronics Limited with bomb from Tejas has been released on March know-how from DARE. IAF and HAL have 12, 2009. also asked DARE to flight-prove this system for Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) for Navy: Spin- their MI-17 medium-lift helicopters and Light off of LCA Tejas, this Naval-version aircraft Combat Helicopter, respectively.

85 Dual Colour Missile Approach Warning The radar would be a very cost-effective System: DARE has embarked upon joint- perimeter surveillance sensor for airports, development of Dual Colour technology in large industrial and other infrastructure. collaboration with Israel for its indigenously Multifunction Phased Array Radar – developed Missile Approach Warning System. Rajendra: Rajendra is the primary sensor Medium Altitude Long Endurance UAV, at the battery level for Akash surface-to- RUSTOM: It is being designed to carry out air missile weapon system. The radar has surveillance and reconnaissance missions capability to perform extensive search, to meet the requirements of all the three track multiple aircraft and missiles, and to Services. DRDO plans to develop the Rustom command and guide own multiple missiles system in association with a Production concurrently. The radar system is mounted Agency cum Development Partner (PADP) on two tracked vehicles - Battery Level Radar which is being identified from within the (BLR) and Battery Control Centre (BCC) to Indian industry. Configuration design of be available to tactical forces for all types Rustom has been completed and wing tunnel of operations. The radar has established test is in progress. self-reliance in that area of phased array based weapon control technology. IAF has Upgradation of Mig-27 Aircraft: DRDO has successfully evaluated Akash weapon system. upgraded Mig-27 aircraft with state-of-the-art Based on the evaluation, supply order for a digital avionics to make it the front line strike few squadrons of Akash weapon system is aircraft for the Indian Air Force. Advanced being placed by IAF. capabilities, such as Integrated Flight and Fire Control, which enable the pilot for “Hands 3D Medium Range Surveillance Radar - 3D Free Weapon Delivery” has been cleared for CAR: It is built as Central Acquisition Radar Final Operational Capability. for Akash surface-to-air missile weapon system. It covers elevation upto 18 km in 8.16 Electronic Systems: height and can detect and track multiple Battle Field Surveillance Radar – short Range targets up to 180 km in range. Two variants, (BFSR-SR): The radar is a simple, easy to use namely, Rohini for Medium Range Air and user-friendly surveillance e-sensor, in that Defence application for the Air Force and an Infantry soldier can install and effectively Revathi for Medium Range Sea Surveillance put the radar into operation within five for ASW class of ships for the Navy minutes. Audio and visual aids help identify have been developed in partnership with BEL. and classify a target decisively. The radar IAF has placed orders for a few Rohini radars is also a potential ground based e-sensor for Akash Missile system and for deployment for Border Security Force, Coast Guard and at Air bases for surveillance. The Navy has Police for surveillance of designated areas. placed orders for a few Revathi radars, which

86 is under user trials. Another variant 3D Tactical Control Radar (3D TCR) based on a GSQR from the Army is being developed at BEL with design support of DRDO. User trials have been completed successfully.

Weapon Locating Radar (WLR): This radar automatically locates hostile artillery, mortars and rocket launchers and tracks friendly fire to locate the impact point of friendly artillery fire to issue necessary corrections. The radar is developed for the Army in partnership Bharani Radar with Bharat Electronics and it will be a force multiplier for Artillery. Four phases of User 3D Low Level Light Weight Radar – Aslesha: trials have been completed successfully. This 3D radar has been developed to meet air space surveillance in mountainous area Super Vision 2000 Radar: It is a multi-mode including intruding objects, like aircraft, surveillance radar system that can search and helicopters and UAVs for the Air Force. detect sea surface and airborne targets. The The light weight radar typically meets the Radar has additional weather and beacon operational requirements, like transportation, modes. Imaging modes, like Range Signature quick deployment and decamp, low energy (RS) and Inverse Synthetic Aperture Radar consumption and performs in tough weather (ISAR) are incorporated. The multi-platform conditions including high speed winds. radar has the potential for use by all the three Services. The radar has been tested on Primary Radar for Airborne Early Warning Advanced Light Helicopter, Kamov-25 and and Control (AEW&C): AEW&C program is Dornier platforms. to meet the operational needs of IAF. Two systems are to be developed for evaluation. Low Level Light Weight 2D Radar – The primary radar has electronically steerable Bharani: It is a battery powered and compact active array antenna with a range of over sensor mounted on quadripod. It provides 3000 km. The primary role of the radar 2D surveillance solution to alert Army is to provide surveillance for air defence, Air Defence Weapon Systems mainly in early warning, capability in aiding in tactical mountainous terrain against hostile aerial missions against intruding enemy aircraft or targets, like UAVs, RPVs, helicopters and in deep penetration offensive strikes. Critical fixed wing aircraft flying at low and medium technologies have been developed and a altitudes. Three phases of user trials and scaled down version of the antenna is in confirmatory trials have been completed advanced stage of realisation. successfully.

87 Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) for UAV: Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) The synthetic Aperture Radar with Ground Radar: This project was also sanctioned in Moving Target Indicator (SAR/GMTI) has November 2008 to develop Airborne AESA emerged as one of the important airborne based radar and associated technologies. sensors for surveillance, reconnaissance and Under this project design of Active Array Antenna Unit (AAAU) and realisation of precision targeting. These are all weather, Exciter Receiver Processor Unit will be day/night long-range sensors and can be used carried out. to provide crucial ground imagery for both peacetime information gathering and for use Integrated Electronic Warfare Programme in conflict. Its Preliminary Design Review has for Army, Samyukta: It is a joint programme been completed and sub-systems realisation of DRDO and Indian Army. This programme are in progress. aims for indigenous development of an integrated EW system covering 1.5 MHz – Medium Power Radar, Arudra: The project 40 GHz. It has Communication (Com) and was sanctioned in November 2008 to Non-communication (Non-com) segments. develop a ground based rotating active array The system comprises 145 vehicles having radar for IAF with 300 km range for Air the capabilities for surveillance, interception, Defence application. monitoring, analysis and jamming of all

Indigenous Electronic Warfare Programme for Indian Army, Samyukta

88 communication and radar signals. The approval for placement of order for initial system has successfully participated in the quantity of three numbers of EON-51 for various exercises conducted by Army in three P-17 Ships. the past. The project has been successfully completed. All the three Communication 8.17 Combat Vehicles and Engineering: Control Blocks have been productionised and Main Battle Tank (MBT), : Army has delivered by BEL to the Users after successful already placed an indent for production demonstration and User trials. The Factory of 124 tanks to , Acceptance Trials and limited user trials of , Chennai. Out of 124 tanks, 31 tanks Non-Com Segment have been completed and have already been handed over to Army. both blocks have been delivered. Accelerate User Cum Reliability Trial (AUCRT) on two production tanks PT003 and Briefcase S-Band SATCOM Terminals: These PT009 was successfully completed. terminals have been developed to provide secure voice and Data Services at S-Band Carrier Command Post Tracked (CCPT – frequency from remote areas. It is a compact BMP-II) : A General Staff project for design communication equipment to provide wide and development of Carrier Command Post coverage in a radius of around 3000 km from Tracked (CCPT) equipped with Artillery the center of the country using indigenous Combat Command and Control System GSAT-2 Satellite. (ACCCS), for deployment of Self Propelled (SP) Artillery gun, was sanctioned to CVRDE. Sangrhaha (Electronic Warfare Programme Installation, integration and testing of for Indian Navy): The systems have been Automatic Fire Detection and Suppression successfully installed, tested and inducted System, Automatic NBC System and Electro- in the designated platform by Indian Navy. mechanical Drive Units for Remote Control Users have placed repeat orders on M/s BEL Weapon System (RCWS) in CCPT has been for more such systems. successfully completed.

SAMVAHAK: A Corps to Battalion level Armoured Ambulance: Army has placed Command Information and Decision an indent for manufacture of 50 numbers Support (CIDSS) to collect, collage, process of Armoured Ambulance to Ordnance and disseminate information between Factory, Medak (OFMK) and these are under commanders of various formations has been production. As on date, out of 50, 15 vehicles successfully fielded in designated Corps. have been completed the post stationary checks and are undergoing final integration Electro-Optical Fire Control System for and inspection. Naval Ships (EON-51): Mother System has been developed and installed in INS-KIRCH Aircraft Project – PTO Shaft: The project for sea evaluation trials. Navy has conveyed envisages the design and manufacture of

89 a lightweight, high speed shaft capable Short Span Bridging System: User trials for 5m of transmitting 250 hp at 16810 rpm. bridge system have been completed and MET Accordingly, CVRDE has successfully trials are in progress. Two prototypes of 10m designed and developed flexible PTO Shaft bridge system will be ready soon. for LCA Tejas. Limited Qualification Testing Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV): ROV is an (LQT) has been successfully completed to Automated Mobile Platform for multi purpose qualify the shaft for certification. The PTO Shaft has been cleared for Engine Ground Payloads designed and developed by DRDO. Run Test of LCA Tejas. It is an electrically powered state-of-the-art robot capable of being remotely controlled Combat Improved Ajeya (CIA) Tank: over a range of 500 m. It can be utilized Army has placed indents on HVF, Avadi, continuously for three hours before a recharge. for manufacture and supply of 692 nos. of It can be used for handling Improvised tanks with Explosive Reactive Armour (ERA), Explosive Device (IED), augmented with X-ray Global Positioning System (GPS), Integrated scanning and an explosive-based Water Jet Fire Detection & Suppression System (IFDSS) Disrupter and NBC Reconnaissance systems. and reconfigured Smoke Grenade Discharger All trials and DGQA evaluation have been (SGD). A total 649 CIA tanks (both OE & completed and the vehicle is ready for the OH) have been rolled out from HVF till induction to Army. A supply Order for 20 Nos date. of ROV has been issued by IHQ of MOD/WE Dte to DRDO on March 27, 2009. Defensive Aids System (DAS) : As part of the project ‘Development of Defensive Aids Counter Mine Flail (CMF) on T-72 Tank: System”, the Mobile Camouflage System This project envisages to develop flail system (MCS) has been developed and integrated in on T-72 Tank Chassis to breach a minefield MBT Arjun. The performance Evaluation Trial and create a vehicle safe lane of 4m width. was conducted successfully in the month User trials have been completed and major of June 2008. Field evaluation Trial of the improvements have been suggested. system will be conducted at MFFR during May/ June 2009. Integrated Field Shelter for NBC Protection: Production order for 101 Modular Bridge: Forty meter MLC70 system Nos of Integrated Field Shelter for NBC and related hardware have been realized. protection has been placed by the Indian Extensive in-house technical trials are in Army. The equipment is under production. progress. Its Probable Date of Completion (PDC) has been extended up to June 2009. PJ-10 Weapon Launch System: Four Mobile A fresh case for development of 46m MLC70 Autonomous Launcher systems, 9 Mobile system has been processed for sanction. Replenishment Vehicles, 2 Workshop

90 Vehicles and 2 Mobile Cranes have been instrument package that enable terrestrial and delivered to the Army. One Regiment has under water survey in hatch down condition. been raised for BrahMos Weapon System. The Army has placed an order for sixteen Universal Vertical Launcher Module 8 has vehicles. OFP, Medak and BEL are the been installed on the warship INS Ranvir. production agencies. Total fourteen AERVs have been delivered to the Army. Akash Weapon Launch System: The system has been accepted by the IAF and the production Armoured Amphibious Dozer (AAD): AAD is activity is in progress. IAF has decided to induct a tracked vehicle based equipment, designed two squadrons which includes 16 Nos of to carry out earth moving tasks in support of Missile Launcher and associated ground systems bridging operations by mechanized forces, developed by R&DE(E). under combat environment. An order for six vehicles has been placed by Army, with OF, Futuristic Infantry Combat Vehicle (FICV): Medak, as the production agency. The first DRDO is assisting Army in the feasibility off production vehicle was realized in 2008 study and formulation of specifications and and subjected to confirmatory trials by Army. procurement methodology for replacing the Design modifications as suggested by Army existing fleet of BMP-2ICVs with indigenous are under progress. FICVs. As pre-project activities, DRDO has taken up a TD project titled “Development of National Centre for Automotive Testing enabling technologies for FICV”. (NCAT): NCA consists of test tracks, emission, photometry, EMI / EMC and safety laboratories Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV): A with support infrastructure to provide a one technology demonstrator project for stop solution to the testing requirements of development of wheeled UGV System Defence Services and Automotive Industry. comprising a Pilot System Unit and two NCAT is an approved agency for testing and UGVs, to perform surveillance and NBC evaluation of vehicles and their sub systems/ reconnaissance roles have been completed components for certification for compliance by Vehicles Research and Development to various national and international Establishment (VRDE). standards and regulations. A new 850 meter Armoured Engineering Reconnaissance long test track to measure pass by noise of Vehicle (AERV): AERV is an all terrain tracked automobiles has been completed. vehicle based engineer reconnaissance Instrumented Composite Tower for platform, capable of acquiring accurate data Avalanche Study: Experimental test site for variety of combat engineering tasks such for study of Avalanche dynamics is under as bridging, breaching and track construction. development at MSP-10. SASE has designed The vehicle is equipped with state-of-the-art Instrumented Composite Tower of 10m

91 height for monitoring of avalanche dynamics models developed, and used for accurate parameter. The tower has provision for avalanche forecast 2-3 days in advance over measurement of avalanche flow and force various road axes of J&K and Himachal parameters, like velocity profile, flow depth, Pradesh, covering area of Army deployment. discharge, normal and shear forces, etc. The SASE has entered into an MoU with ISRO construction of the tower is in progress at for establishing Doppler Weather Radar in MSP-10 avalanche site near Dhundi field Himalayas and with a view to improve the Research Station in Himachal Pradesh. avalanche forecasting capabilities.

Micropile Foundation: Micropiles have been Snow Gallery: Snow Gallery has been designed and developed for the effective designed for the mitigation of avalanche transfer of snow pressure due to creep and hazard. This gallery once constructed will be glide movement of snow pack at steep slope the first of its kind in the country. The gallery varying from 30º to 45º. A 145m running will protect the highway from avalanche length of Snow Nets with 76 micropiles has hit. The construction work of Snow Gallery been erected as technology demonstration has been handed over to BRO and it is at MSP-4 avalanche site on approach road under progress at MSP-7 avalanche site on to proposed Rohtang Tunnel near Manali approach road to Rohtang Tunnel, Himachal (HP). The study of this technology is being Pradesh. carried out to solve the avalanche problems 8.18 Armaments: of various avalanche sites. Multi Barrel Rocket System – Pinaka: Weather and Avalanche Forecast: Regular DRDO has achieved a significant weather and avalanche forecast are being breakthrough in “free flight artillery rocket disseminated to the troops deployed over system technologies” with the indigenous Northwest Himalaya through Mountain Met development of a Multi Barrel Rocket System Centres and Avalanche Forecast Centres – Pinaka of 37.5 km range. Pinaka weapon established at Srinagar (J&K) and Sasoma system has been successfully developed. (). For this, a network of surface observatories, 3 upper air Trajectory Correction System (TCS) for observatories and 42 state-of-the-art automatic Pinaka (Phase-I): To improve the accuracy weather stations are maintained and regular of Pinaka Rocket to 0.4% of range, a met and avalanche forecast is made. A fine Joint Development Programme entitled resolution mesoscale model in nested grid ‘Development of Trajectory Correction approach is being run at SASE, Chandigarh System (TCS) for Pinaka (Phase I)’ between to derive quantitative weather forecast 3 DRDO & IMI, Israel was undertaken. The days in advance at 9 km x 9 km resolution demo trials of Pinaka TCS Rocket were over Northwest Himalaya. Also, statistical successfully completed in July 2008.

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5.56 mm Indian Small Arms System of material composition and processing is (INSAS): This has been developed having available for commercial exploitation. the state-of-the-art technologies with lighter, Under Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL): The more compact and less recoil load on the UBGL is an “add on” attachment to INSAS soldier. Over 9.0 lakhs of rifles, 50,000 Rifle 1B and AK-47 Rifle and thus converts LMG and 120 crore rounds of ammunition have already been produced so far with the weapons into dual caliber weapons, production value of over Rs 4000 crore. allowing the soldier to fire KE Ammunition. Authority Holding Sealed Particulars (AHSP) Integrated iron sight as well as Beta Light transfer of 5.56 mm LMG to CQA ( SA ) Sight (BLS) are provided for day and low light completed on July 30, 2008. condition firing. UBGL has been introduced into service by Army. Para Military Forces PZT-Based Electro-ceramics: Modified have also placed an indent for 100 nos on Lead Zirconate Titanate (PZT) Piezoelectric OFB. Ceramics, a class of polycrystalline oxide materials find wide ranging applications Modern Sub-Machine Carbine (MSMC): It is in electro-mechanical/ mechano-electrical a compact, light, easy to carry and operate energy conversion transducers. PZT has sub-machine carbine with effective range of been successfully developed. Technology 200m for close quarter battle. This carbine

93 can effectively penetrate 24 layers of Kevlar developed and tested against the 10mm MS Soft Body Armour (SBA) at 200m range. target at 10m stand-off. The Warhead can Confirmatory User trials has been successfully be used to defeat aerial targets including conducted in April 2008 at Infantry School incoming missiles. The Warhead contains 91 Mhow, meeting all major GSQR parameters. numbers of liners. User recommended MSMC with certain Advanced Demolition Devices (ADDs): A improvements for next stage of evaluation. wide range of ADDs has been developed User validation trials were conducted in to replace the existing demolition devices January 2009. currently used by Indian Army. DGQA trials 84 mm Light Weight Launcher (LWL): It of ADDs (followed by user trials) completed has been successfully developed. The state- successfully and the User evaluation is in of-the-art composite technology has been progress. established for the first time in gun barrel 84 mm Incendiary Ammunition: 84 mm design. It is lighter by almost half of the incendiary ammunition developed by HEMRL weight of the existing in-service 84mm RCL for specific applications demonstrated to DG Mk-2 weapon. The weapon has successfully infantry using Light Weight Launcher in June undergone User, hot (desert) and cold (high 2008. altitude) climatic troop trials. Technology for productionisation of composite barrels of 84 b-HMX: b-HMX is the most powerful explosive mm LWL has been transferred to OFB on in bulk. The process for manufacture has been April 29, 2008. established at 1 kg level and scaled up to 20 kg level. During this year, a fully automated Bund Blasting Device (BBD) Mk-I: With 20 kg semi batch reactor unit, has been a view to hasten the process of forward erected and commissioned at HEMRL. The movement of Army, DRDO has designed plant is running regularly and the yield is 60% and developed a device called Bund Blasting which is globally comparable. Device. The device is man portable. After successful completion of the User’s Trials, Amorphous Boron Powder (ABP): A process for manufacture of ABP Gr-II (85- BBD has been inducted into Service. 88% purity) has been established having a Multimode Hand Grenade: TBRL has 10 kg per month capacity. All the present developed a hand grenade which uses Igniter compositions are using this Boron. preformed cylindrical mild steel fragments to Further, oxidative roasting process has been achieve uniform distribution. established to improve the purity to >92%.

Multi-P Charge Warhead: A state-of-the-art Synthesis of CL-20 at 5 kg/batch: multi-P charge Warhead has been designed, Hexanitrohexaazaisowurtzitane (HNIW),

94 popularly known as CL-20, with cage across water surfaces, like Ditch-cum-Bunds structure is considered the most powerful (DCBs) and canals by generating high explosive of today which can release temperature flare, which spreads and floats energy at a much higher rate than any other on water. The flame created by MI covers a explosive known. This facility has been circular diameter of 7–10 meters and burns established first time in India to develop for 2-3 minutes. The height of the flame CL-20 at 5 kg/batch level indigenously and is 2-3 meters and the temperature is in the has made available 25 kg for ongoing R&D range 1200–1300°C. The floating material projects. The material produced will find can cling on to any surface and thus can application in various current and advanced effectively transmit the fire to any body explosives formulations. By acquiring this that may be present within the flame zone. technology development, DRDO has entered The shelf life of MI units was of 4 years in the elite club of few western countries who previously. The modified fuze is expected have the advanced technologies in the area of to enhance the life of MI to about 10 years. energetic materials. Modular Combustible Case for 130 mm & Mine Inflammable (MI) : The MI has been M-46 Field Gun and 105 mm IFG: Currently developed to prevent enemy movements brass cartridge cases are being used in 130

Mine Inflammable (MI)

95 mm and 105 mm field gun ammunition. In IFDSS for BMP-2&2K has been accepted by order to replace brass, HEMRL has developed the Army and recommended for introduction resin based Modular Combustible Case into the Services. (MCC) for Modular Charge System (MCS). This will save around 50% of brass thus the 8.19 Naval Systems: round will become lighter in weight. Hull Mounted Sonar (New Generation) – Modernization Instant Fire Detection and HUMSA (NG): It is the state-of-the-art ship Suppression System (IFDSS) for BMP-2 & borne sonar designed and developed in the 2K: There is a long felt need to upgrade the concurrent engineering mode. Complete IFDSS of the ICV BMP-2 and BMP-2K with ToT of the system has been made to Bharat state-of-the-art IFDSS which will provide Electronics Limited. Two systems have been protection against fire to the complete cleared for installation. ICV (i.e for both engine as well as crew Low Frequency Dunking Sonar (LFDS): This compartment), with faster detection and extinguishing time. Compact version of is airborne sonar meant for Advanced Light IFDSS has been developed and performance Weight Helicopter (ALH) for detection of evaluation has been carried out including enemy targets at far ranges. The sea trials environmental and EMI/ EMC tests. User of this sonar onboard trials ship has been trials have been conducted successfully to completed and presently, the system is demonstrate the efficacy of system.DGQA being installed by Hindustan Aeronautics trials have also been carried out successfully. Limited.

Low Frequency Dunking Sonar

96 Diver Deterrence Sonar & Seabed Array Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) System: System: To meet the requirement of coastal Under the AIP programme for using surveillance of Indian Harbours, Naval cluster this mode for submarine propulsion, of labs are working on Diver Deterrence Sonar demonstration of relevant enabling and Seabed Array system. These systems are technologies of sub systems pertaining to in the advance stages of technical trials. AIP technology are being demonstrated. Under this a 300W Air – Hydrogen Towed Array Sonar & Torpedo Defence ambient temperature fuel cell stack using Systems: Indigenous towed array and torpedo nafion membrane has been developed and defence systems under projects Mareech demonstrated. & Nagan are in the advance phase of User Associated Trials. 8.20 Advanced Materials:

Tarpedo Advanced Light (TAL) Mk-I: TAL NBC Recce Vehicle: DRDO is executing LSP order of 8 NBC Recce Vehicles from Army. Mk-1 torpedo developed by NSTL has been The first production model has undergone the cleared for induction into Service. Initial confirmatory trial in the month of June 2008 order of 25 no. Torpedoes is being placed on at CME, Pune. Bharat Dynamics Limited, Hyderabad. Mobile Medical Post (MMP): Mobile : Varunastra is a ship launched heavy weight torpedo with enhanced Medical Post (MMP) has been developed endurance and ranges. This torpedo is based on SOP of Indian Navy for providing presently under technical trials. This first aid and rescuing injured persons. This underwater weapon is likely to be inducted vehicle has been handed over to Indian into service in the year 2010. Navy in June 2008.

Varunashtra

97 Modernisation of NBC Protection System of Generation and/ or design of the camouflage BMP–2 & 2K: The project ‘Modernisation of scheme for various equipment and NBC Protection system of BMP–2 & 2K’ has installations. Training on Software has also been successfully completed. MET Trials of been provided to a number of officers and the system were carried out in February 2008. jawans from the Army. EMITEE Trials were carried out in January 2008 and September 2008. The trials were Advanced Composite Materials and their successful and the equipment is acceptable Lay-up to Protect Memory Module of Flight to the user. Data Recorder (AN-32 Aircraft): Advanced microporous thermal insulation and impact NBC Water Purification System (WPS): A shock absorbing composite materials have Limited Series Production (LSP) order for been developed to protect memory module 10 nos. of Mobile NBC Water Purification of indigenous flight data recorder of AN-32 System” has been received from the Army aircraft. Design lay-up of these materials in HQrs. The system is capable of producing the form of blocks and panels was finalized purified water at 3m /hr from water for development of prototype memory contaminated with NBC agents as well as module of FDR. Materials and lay-up process turbidity and dissolved salts. The confirmatory have been provisionally approved by User trials have been successfully completed CEMILAC, Bangalore. on first production model. Synthetic Life Jacket MK-I: It is a life saving Synthesis of Iron Oxide Colloidal Nanocrystal appliance intended for use during crossing Clusters Based Aqueous Ferrofluid: A room- the water obstacles and bridging operations temperature solution-phase process has been by the Army. The store has been accepted developed to synthesize transparent Fe3O4 Colloidal Nano-particles Clusters (CNCs) by the Army after successful User Trials. The which are composed of small primary nano- bulk production of this store has also been successfully established. After completion crystals. Fe3O4 CNCs is increasingly becoming attractive for wide range of applications of supplies amounting to a total quantity including high-density information storage, 37500 of Life Jackets MK-I to the Army, the magnetic refrigeration, ferrofluids, magneto Authority Holding Sealed Particulars (AHSP) chromic and magneto-optical devices, as responsibility has been transferred to CQA well as in several biomedical applications (T&C). like magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and Titanium Sponge Production Technology: targeted drug delivery. Production of titanium from indigenous raw

Software for Camouflage Pattern material (TiCl4) on an industrial scale of 3000 Generation: SIGMA MK-II: The software kg/batch by the state-of-the-art “Combined has been used for Camouflage Pattern Process Technology” has been successfully

98 developed at DMRL. The sponge product production of semifinished feedstocks (bars satisfies stringent international standards and billets), duly certified by airworthiness recommended for applications including agencies. Blade forging and ring rolling critical parts of aero-engine. Based on this technology has also been successfully technology, the country’s first commercial established in collaboration with Hindustan titanium sponge plant is being set up at M/s Aeronautics Limited, Bangalore. Kerala Minerals and Metals Limited, Kollam, Ceramic Composite Armour for Light Kerala with an initial capacity of 500 tons per Combat Helicopter: This light weight annum, with funding from ISRO. This plant composite armour has been developed is expected to go into commercial production for protection of Light Combat Helicopter by the end of 2009, thereby paving the way (LCH) against 7.62mm AP using advanced for commercial exploitation of the country’s ceramics and polymer composites. Ballistic large (3rd largest in the world) reserves of trials of the developed armour have been titanium ore. successfully completed and the armour meets Ceramic Cores for Kaveri Engine Aerofoil the protection requirements of LCH. Castings: Through sustained research and High Pressure Turbine (HPT) Blade for development efforts at DMRL, a viable Adour Engine: Vacuum investment casting process based on Ceramic Injection Moulding technology has been established for has been developed. The capability of the production of intricate, hollow castings, shaping process is demonstrated by making meeting the stringent requirements of Kaveri highly complex and intricate ceramic cores engine. This indigenous technology has required for making the five critical Kaveri successfully been extended to produce gas turbine engine blades and vanes. These directionally solidified hollow HPT blades cores meet the stringent dimensional and for Adour engine, in association with HAL. other quality requirements needed for their Efforts are on to produce ceramic cores, the use in the investment casting components. only component procured from a foreign Currently, this process is being extended to source, also in-house. This technology will produce cores for land based turbine blades, soon be transferred to HAL, Koraput for a spin-off benefit for civilian applications. commercial production.

Near-Alpha Titanium Alloy Titan 29A for 8.21 Life Sciences Systems/ Products: Aero Engine: Development of a near-alpha high temperature titanium alloy Titan 29A Submarine Escape Set: The submarine was undertaken by DMRL, in association with Escape set consists of a hydro suit and a MIDHANI for aero-engine applications. An closed circuit automatic breathing apparatus, all-out effort has culminated in the successful which can be used for escape from an accomplishment of the technology for the abandoned submarine from depth of 100m.

99 accurate, reliable and high-speed data relating to the skills of a candidate appearing for pilot selection.

Nitric Oxide Delivery System: Soldiers deployed for high altitude duties are prone to develop acute mountain sickness, high altitude pulmonary oedema and other diseases of high altitude malacclimatization. An indigenous Nitric Oxide and Oxygen Delivery System consisting of 15 ppm Nitric oxide and 50% oxygen meant for treatment of high altitude pulmonary oedema patients has been developed and installed at designated high altitude.

Drugs Developed: Thirteen drugs developed have been cleared by Drug Controller General of India for phase I to phase III clinical trials for protection against nuclear, biological and

Submarine Escape Set chemical warfare agents and high altitude generated medical problems. User trials of Submarine Escape Set were conducted successfully and system has been Greenhouse: Greenhouses of various sizes cleared for production. and shapes have been designed to provide suitable environment for the growth and Flame Retardant Overalls: It is used as an development of plants leading to higher outer garment to provide protection to the productivity of crops at high altitude aircrew. It prevents burn injury and provides regions. Various cladding materials, viz., sufficient time to escape from the scene of ultraviolet-stabilized polyethylene films fire. Air Force has accepted it for introduction of different grades, glass, fiber-reinforced into Services. plastic and polycarbonate are used to Computerized Pilot Selection System: A state- provide suitable environment for the growth of-the-art embedded micro controller based and development of plants leading to higher computerized pilot selection system with productivity of crops. Sixteen greenhouses built-in security features has been designed have been installed at designated stations and developed for the selection of pilots for round the year availability of fresh for modern aircraft. The system captures vegetables.

100 Biodiesel: A biodiesel Services and many are in the process The value of programme has been initiated of manufacturing and production systems/ products/ for production of biodiesel stage. The value of systems/ products/ technologies from the seeds of Jatropha technologies developed by DRDO developed by plant. A high yielding Jatropha and inducted in to the Services or in DRDO and cultivar has been identified. A the process of induction stands at over inducted into transesterification unit has been Rs. 50,000 crore. the Services or installed for processing and the in the process of trial runs have been completed. TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER AND induction stands CONSULTANCY SELF-RELIANCE at over Rs. 50,000 crore. 8.23 Several technologies developed 8.22 DRDO has developed by DRDO have been successfully a number of systems/ products/ transferred to the industries and technologies, of which a large number have many of the dual-use technologies are being been productionised and inducted in to commercially exploited. Several industrial

Prime Minister presenting the Titanium Trophy to the High Energy Materials Research Laboratory (HERML), Pune

101 entities have been encouraged to actively FOREIGN COLLABORATION interact during the development phase of 8.26 The Directorate of International complex projects, pioneering the concept of Cooperation in DRDO is functioning as “Concurrent Engineering”. the nodal point of interaction for all matters 8.24 DRDO has also rendered technical related to International Cooperation in the advice and helped in modernization of Police field of Defence R&D. The major foreign Forces by offering technologies and products partners of DRDO are Russia, USA, France, of relevance to the Police Forces. A system Israel, Germany, UK, Singapore, Belarus of continuous interaction with the Bureau of and Kyrgyzstan. DRDO has entered into an Police Research & Development has been MOU with the Kyrgyz Republic on setting up put in place. Several products such as Body a joint Kyrgyz – India Moutain Bio-Medical Armour for personal protection, Riot Control Research Centre in Bishkek. Eight new gear, Water Cannons, Riot Control Vehicles projects in the area of Laser Technology and and several other products developed by Powder are nearing finalization DRDO have been provided in sizeable with Republic of Belarus. Republic of Belarus numbers towards modernization of Police has offered collaborative R&D in the field Forces. of High Power Electro-Magnetic Sources, PARTICIPATION IN NATIONAL AND Night Vision Devices and Control Systems. INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITIONS Belarus has proposed setting up of Joint R&D Centre in Minsk. DRDO has initiated signing 8.25 DRDO has been showcasing its of a framework agreement with Hungary products and technologies at various on cooperation in “Defensive Aspects of important international as well as domestic Microbiological and Radiological Detection”. exhibitions and expositions. During the year 2008, DRDO participated in DEFEXPO BASIC RESEARCH 2008, a major international 8.27 Four Research exposition held at Delhi. It Basic Research Boards Boards are functioning in also showcased its products at are functioning in DRDO DRDO to provide thrust Singapore Air Show, Berlin Air to promote research in to basic research in areas Show, and Africa Aerospace collaborative mode with of strategic importance. and Defence exhibitions. It also academic institutions These are: Aeronautical participated in Indian Science and other national R&D Research & Development Congress held at Andhra laboratories, through Board (AR&DB); Armament University, Visakhapatnam, approval, funding and Research Board (ARMREB); International Trade Fair held at monitoring of grants-in-aid Naval Research Board Pragati Maidan, Delhi. projects.

102 (NRB); and Life Sciences Research Board 8.31 Life Sciences Research Board (LSRB): (LSRB). The objective of these Boards is to The LSRB has been sponsoring research and promote research in collaborative mode with development projects to various research academic institutions and other national R&D institutes in the country for expanding laboratories, through approval, funding and and deepening the knowledge base of life monitoring of grants-in-aid projects. sciences. So far, a total of 24 projects have been recommended for funding during 8.28 Aeronautical Research & Development the current year. Four patents have been Board (AR&DB): AR&DB was established in filed and one is under process. Some of February 1971. The Board is currently funding the projects supported by LSRB pertain to 77 projects with a ceiling of RS. 5 crore in the evaluation of natural products for improving upstream area of aeronautics research and human performance, bio-defence, bio-fuel, development at 25 academic and research life support system, nutrition, food processing institutions in the country. hill agro-technology, etc. 8.29 Armament Research Board 8.32 Centres of Excellence: DRDO has (ARMREB): Under ARMREB, a total number established five Centres of Excellence at of 103 projects have been sanctioned at a total cost of Rs12.48 crore in the fields of various academic institutions/ universities High Energy Materials, Armament Sensor for creating a strong DRDO – academia & Electronics, Ballistics, Aerodynamics, links, which is considered crucial for driving Detonics, technology for detection of innovative technological solutions for explosives, Smart and Nano Materials as defence applications. These Centers assist well as Modeling and Simulation. Out of the DRDO in the highly specialized areas of sanctioned projects, 77 projects have been science. The genesis of establishing Centre completed and 26 projects are ongoing. A of Excellence is to get benefited by the vast total number of 30 workshop/ conference/ resources of an academic institute in terms symposium at national/ international levels of knowledge base of faculty, research were sponsored. infrastructure, and young and enthusiastic scientific manpower. 8.30 Naval Research Board (NRB): The NRB continued to support the basic research 8.33 Contracts for Acquisition of applicable to naval/ marine technologies. Research Services (CARS): CARS has been Since its inception in August 1996, 179 introduced for the procurement of research projects at a total cost of Rs 50.60 crore have services from academic institutions. In this been accorded to the academic/ research scheme, a laboratory of DRDO can seek institutions and academics of repute. During the expertise and access the facilities of this year, 55 projects have been sanctioned academic institutions. A DRDO laboratory at a cost of Rs 15.55 crore. is authorized to award a project worth Rs. 10

103 lakh to an individual or institution. A sum of clinics were held during the period in about Rs. 15 crore per year is being utilised different laboratories. by the DRDO under the CARS scheme. DRDO GOLDEN JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS EXTRAMURAL RESEARCH 8.36 The year 2008 was a special year for 8.34 Extramural Research activities of DRDO DRDO as it celebrated Golden Jubilee after strive for tapping scientific knowledge and 50 years of dedicated service to the Nation. research expertise of academic institutions and DRDO organised a yearlong Golden Jubilee research laboratories to provide impetus to programme. The aim was to highlight DRDO’s technology development. The technologies tangible and intangible contributions to the thus developed forms the backbone to nation building among S&T organizations, various long/ short term DRDO projects and academia, industry, foreign partners as well programmes. During the current financial year, as to bring greater awareness among the 62 new projects worth Rs. 25 crore have been general public and media and also to attract sanctioned. There are 225 ongoing projects young talent into DRDO fraternity. Raksha involving Rs. 120 crore funded by DRDO. Mantri formally launched the yearlong Golden Jubilee Celebrations on January 9, INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHT (IPR) 2008. Thereafter a number of events such 8.35 To accord selective protective legal as Lab-Cluster symposia, Conferences, cover to intellectual property generated Exhibitions in Schools and Colleges, etc. were through research activities of DRDO, 101 organized. To cap the yearlong celebrations, IPR applications (including 13 filed in DRDO along with FICCI organised Golden foreign countries) were filed on products/ Jubilee Conference on “Managing Defence processes in the field of materials, electronics, R&D” during December 3-5, 2008 in New biomedical sciences and food technology. Delhi. This milestone 3-day event provided During the current financial year, 48 patents a platform to visionaries from Defence R&D (including 1 in foreign country) were granted Organizations, Military Commanders, Think and in addition, 2 designs were registered Tanks, Government Officials, Industry Leaders in India. To promote IPR awareness, 4 and other major players from across the globe awareness programmes/ workshops/ patent for fruitful interactions and deliberations.

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INTER-SERVICE ORGANISATIONS

Raksha Mantri releasing a coffee table book ‘Soldiering On...’ at a ceremony to mark the centenary of Armed Forces’ Journal ‘Sainik Samachar’

105 The Inter-Service Organisations are responsible for developing and maintaining resources and services which are common to the three Services in order to economise on costs and cater for better services

9.1 The following Inter-Service operational as well as infrastructural support Organisations function directly under Ministry to the Armed Forces. The organisation has of Defence: expertise in a wide range of civil works, ranging from conventional buildings and (i) Military Engineer Services factories to specialized projects including (ii) Armed Forces Medical Services airports, runways and marine works. (iii) Directorate General Defence Estates 9.3 The MES functions under the overall (iv) Office of the Chief Administrative control of Engineer-in-Chief at the Army Officer Headquarters, who is also the advisor to the (v) Directorate of Public Relations Ministry of Defence and the three Services on infrastructure development and construction (vi) Army Purchase Organisation activities. MES has an annual budgetary (vii) Services Sports Control Board workload exceeding Rs. 8,900 crore. It is (viii) Armed Forces Films and Photo Division responsible for providing dedicated support to the Armed Forces during war, peace and (ix) National Defence College in counter-insurgency operations in all types (x) School of Foreign Languages of terrain and climatic conditions, to improve (xi) History Division the combat effectiveness of our Armed (xii) College of Defence Forces. Management Military Engineer Services 9.4 Major works taken up by (xiii) Defence Services Staff organisation has expertise the Military Engineer Services College in a wide range of civil during the year are: (xiv) Ministry of Defence works, ranging from (a) Naval Academy Library conventional buildings and Project, Ezhimala: The project MILITARY ENGINEER factories to specialized Naval Academy, Ezhimala SERVICES projects including was inaugurated by the Prime airports, runways and Minister on January 8, 2009. 9.2 Military Engineer marine works. The Academy will be fully Services (MES) provides functional during 2009.

106 (b) Manekshaw Centre: The construction conventional energy sources for of the state-of-the-art complex housing Defence Forces, several initiatives the Officers Mess, Auditorium and have been taken in consultation with Convention Centre is under construction the Ministry of New and Renewable in Delhi Cantonment at a cost of Rs. Energy and The Energy Research 65.73 crore. Institute (TERI). Solar water heaters are (c) Corps Headquarters Building Complex: being incorporated in all new Hospitals Corps Headquarters building and projects and cook houses. In addition, ancillaries have been constructed in the pilot project on wind energy of 10 KW Jodhpur Military Station. The building capacity has been planned in the State has been designed based on the concept of Tamil Nadu. of Indo Sarcenic style of Architecture, (e) Multi Level Car Parking for Electronic assimilating the ‘Rajasthani’ culture. Radar Development Establishment at (d) New and Renewable Energy Sources: Bangalore: The design feature of the In order to enhance usage of non- Parking Complex includes parking space

Officers’ Accommodation - Kochi, constructed under Married Accommodation Project

107 for 400 two wheelers in Each Medical Service is The Armed Forces Medical basement. The ground, under a Director General Services (AFMS) provide first, second floors and Medical Service (DGMS) comprehensive health care terrace has capacity in the rank of Lt. Gen or to the serving Armed Forces of 70 four wheelers, equivalent. The Director personnel, their families and each with scope for General, Armed Forces future expansion. The dependents. Medical Services is the building complex is medical advisor to the designed to incorporate Ministry of Defence and is also the chairman all modern utilities and services. The of the Medical Services Advisory Committee. cost of project is Rs. 8.14 crore and has The personnel of the Armed Forces Medical been completed on January 2, 2009. Services (AFMS) include officers of the (f) Infrastructure for Business Boeing Jet Army Medical Corps, Army Medical Corps (BBJ): Work for new hanger of size 92 (Non-tech), the Army Dental Corps and the x 50 m with an overall height of 18m Military Nursing Services. AFMS provide alongwith alteration to existing hanger, comprehensive health care to the serving manoeuvre area and allied facilities at Armed Forces personnel, their families and an estimated cost of Rs. 27 crore is in dependents. In addition, personnel of para progress at Air Force Station, Palam. military organisations, while posted in the 9.5 Married Accommodation Project field and other Central Police/ Intelligence (MAP): The Married Accommodation Project Forces operating in the disturbed areas of the has been undertaken for providing adequate country, are provided treatment by the AFMS. residential/ married accommodation for The Armed Forces Medical Services are also defence service personnel. Under Phase-I of providing medical care to the ex-servicemen the project, which is under execution, 20355 and their dependents to the extent possible. Dwelling Units have been constructed so far. Phase-II of the Project, involving construction 9.7. Important policy decisions taken during of 66,727 Dwelling Units at an estimated cost the year: of Rs. 9,395.71 crore has been approved by (a) Cadre Restructuring Phase–II of AFMS the Government in May, 2008. officers : Government have approved the proposal of Cadre Restructuring ARMED FORCES MEDICAL SERVICES Phase-II for better promotion prospects (AFMS) in respect of the Permanent Commission Cadre officers by increasing the number 9.6 The Armed Forces Medical Services of Select Grade appointments in the (AFMS) consist of the Medical Services of rank of and equivalent, Maj the Army, Navy and Air Force and Director Gen and equivalent and Lt Gen and General, Armed Forces Medical Services. equivalent in AFMS.

108 (b) Augmentation of manpower for active in providing medical relief in the wake AFMS: Government has approved of natural disasters both within the country augmentation of manpower by 3,530 and abroad. Relief teams were deployed personnel, which includes medical in Myanmar from May 17 to June 3, 2008 officers, dental officers, nurses, para medics and civilian (Tech). which treated over 14000 patients in the wake of cyclonic storm “ Nargis” that ravaged 9.8 Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC) the Irrawady delta region on May 2/3, 2008. Admission 2008: 130 (105 boys and 25 girls) Medicines worth nearly Rs 4.5 lakhs were were admitted to the college. In addition 6 air lifted to China following an earthquake sponsored candidates, 2 each from Nepal, affecting the Sichuan province on May 12, Bhutan and Afghanistan were also admitted. 2008. 33 medical relief teams were deployed and worked tirelessly round the clock in 9.9 Advance Course: A total of 131 officers flood affected districts of Supaul, Saharasa, were detailed for undergoing advanced Madhepura, Purnia and Araia in Bihar after course training in various specialities in River Kosi breached its embankments. The Armed Forces Medical College, Pune and teams attended to about 90,000 patients. other Universities. 9 Medical, Dental and A medical team including Surgeon & Military Nursing Services officers have been Anaesthetist has been sent to Sri Lanka detailed for various training courses abroad on March 9, 2009 to establish an Indian this year. Field Medical Hospital to provide urgent 9.10 HIV/ AIDS Prevention and Control humanitarian surgical and medical health Programme in the : care to civilians and Internally Displaced Armed Forces have a very vibrant and Persons (IDP) from North Eastern region. comprehensive HIV/ AIDS Prevention and 9.13 Artificial Limb Centre, Pune: Artificial Control Programme in place since 1992. This Limb Centre, Pune is a pioneer in the field unique and effective programme has helped of Prosthetics and Orthotics. A state-of- the Armed Forces to effectively control the the-art Computer Aided Design (CAD) and incidence of HIV/ AIDS among personnel and Computer Aided Manufacture (CAM) unit their families. has been installed at the Centre this year. 9.11 Introduction of New Vaccine: The equipment is set to revolutionalise the Continuing with the thrust for providing the manufacture of modern prosthesis with highest quality of health to Armed Forces considerable saving of cost and time. personnel and their families, the Armed Forces Medical Services have introduced the DIRECTORATE GENERAL DEFENCE Measles Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccine. ESTATES

9.12 Disaster Management Cell: The Armed 9.14 The Directorate General Defence Estates, Forces Medical Services have been very New Delhi has advisory and executive

109 functions in matters relating to 9.17 The Defence management of Defence Lands Ministry of Defence owns Estates Department and civic administration in 62 approximately 17 lakh acres undertakes hiring of Cantonments. The Directorate of land throughout the residential accommodation General functions through country which is managed by and hiring/ requisitioning of five Principal Directorates the three Services and other land for the Armed Forces. at Jammu, Chandigarh, Organisations like Ordnanace Considering the hardship Kolkata, Lucknow, Pune and Factories Board, DRDO, of the local population, the one Directorate at Jaipur. DGQA and CGDA etc. Ministry of Defence has The Principal Directorates/ given special emphasis on Directorate in turn supervise revision of rentals of hired/ a number of field offices, such as the offices requisitioned lands occupied by Security of the Defence Estates Officer, Assistant Forces in J&K. Defence Estates Officers and Cantonment 9.18 Directorate General Defence Estates is Boards. These field offices are entrusted with also responsible on behalf of the Ministry of the day to day management of Defence Lands Defence to control, monitor and supervise and Cantonment Boards across the length and the Civic Administration in Cantonments. breadth of the country. There are 62 Cantonments in India. These 9.15 The Ministry of Defence owns are located in 19 States including the approximately 17 lakh acres of land National Capital Territory of Delhi. The throughout the country which is managed by Station Commander is the President of the the three Services and other Organisations Cantonment Board. Supervision and control like Ordnanace Factories Board, DRDO, over the working of these bodies is exercised DGQA and CGDA etc. The Army has the through the General Officer Commanding- maximum of the land holdings under its in-Chief of the Command and Principal control and management i.e. 13.79 lakh acres Directors, Defence Estates at the intermediate followed by Air Force 1.51 lakh acres and level and by the Central Government through Navy 0.37 lakh acres. The defence land inside the Director General Defence Estates at the notified Cantonments is approximately 2 the apex level. Elections to 61 Cantonment lakh acres and the remaining around 15 lakh Boards were held in accordance with the acres lie outside the Cantonments. provisions of the Cantonments Act, 2006 and Cantonment Electoral Rules, 2007. 9.16 The Directorate General is in the process of modernizing the land holding data. 9.19 The resources of the Cantonment For this purpose, software has been designed Boards are very limited as the bulk of the in association with National Informatics property in the Cantonment is owned by the Centre (NIC). Government on which no tax can be levied.

110 Boards, however, receive payment of service Service Headquarters and Inter-Service charges in respect of Central Government Organisations and deals with their properties. The Central Government provides personnel management functions. financial assistance to a certain extent by (c) Manpower Planning and Recruitment way of grant-in-aid to balance the budget of Division: The Division is responsible some of the Cantonment Boards which are for recruitment to various categories financially deficit. During the financial year of the AFHQ Cadre/ Ex-Cadre posts, 2008-09, Grant-in-aid to the tune of Rs. 44 compassionate employment and framing/ amendment of recruitment crore was paid to the state aided (deficit) rules for various grades, re-verification of Cantonment Boards. character and antecedents of employees working in sensitive organizations, Cadre OFFICE OF THE CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE Review/ Restructuring of AFHQ civilian OFFICER cadres, work related to Pay Commission and review of Peace Establishment (PE) 9.20 The office of the Chief Administrative of AFHQ/ ISOs. Officer (CAO) provides civilian manpower (d) Finance and Materials Division: This and infrastructural support to the Services Division provides material support to Headquarters and the Headquarter offices ISOs which includes procuring and of Inter-Service Organisations (ISOs) under provisioning of office equipment, stores, the Ministry of Defence. Joint Secretary furniture, stationery and IT equipment. (Training) also discharges the functions of (e) Estates and Works Division: This the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) and Division performs the Estate functions Director (Security). for residential accommodation of Service Officers posted at Armed 9.21 The functions of CAO’s Office are Forces HQrs and coordinates the Major carried out by the following six Divisions: Works Programmes at the Defence (a) Administration Division: The Division Headquarters. provides administrative (f) Training, Coordination The office of the Chief cover to about 12,000 and Welfare Division: The civilian personnel Administrative Officer training requirements of employed in the provides civilian manpower civilian personnel posted in Services Headquarters and infrastructural support the Services Headquarters and Inter-Service and in the ISO’s are looked to the Services Headquarters Organisations. after by the Defence and the Headquarter offices Headquarter Training (b) Personnel Division: of Inter-Service Organisations Institute (DHTI), functioning The Personnel Division under the Ministry of under the aegis of the CAO. provides civilian During the year, DHTI has Defence. manpower to the conducted 80 courses,

111 imparting training to approximately 9.25 The Directorate also brings out a 1,835 Civilian and Service personnel. fortnightly journal, Sainik Samachar for the Armed Forces in 13 languages (Assamese, 9.22 Chief Security Office: The Chief Bengali, English, Gorkhali, Hindi, Kannada, Security Officer, Ministry of Defence also Malayalam, Marathi, Oriya, Punjabi, Tamil, functioning under the aegis of JS (Trg) & Telugu and Urdu). The Sainik Samachar CAO, is primarily responsible for physical celebrated its centenary on January 2, 2009. security, access control and prevention of breaches of security and fire within Defence 9.26 The Broadcasting Section of the Headquarters Security Zone. On November Directorate coordinates a 40 minutes 17, 2008, Raksha Mantri released an updated programme “Sainikon Ke Liye” which is “Manual of Security Instructions – 2008” broadcast daily on All India Radio for the applicable in the Defence HQrs Security Armed Forces personnel. The Photo Section Zone. A consolidated and up to date version of the Directorate provides photo coverage to of “Fire Orders – 2008” has also been issued important events related to Defence. in December, 2008. 9.27 Operation by Marine Commandos and DIRECTORATE OF PUBLIC RELATIONS assistance provided by Army and Air Force during Mumbai terror attack and the subsequent 9.23 The Directorate of Public Relations review of Coastal Security were widely (DPR) is the nodal agency for the dissemination of information to the media publicized. Some of the other major events and the public about the important events, for which media coverage was arranged by the programmes, achievements and major policy Directorate were ‘Aero India-2009’; DEFEXPO decisions of the Ministry, Armed Forces INDIA-2008; Induction of Advanced Jet Trainer- and Inter-Service Organisations under the HAWK; President’s presentation of Standard to Ministry of Defence. The Directorate with its 108 Squadron and 105 Helicopter unit of the headquarters in New Delhi and 25 regional IAF; TROPEX-2009; successful launch of Agni III, offices across the country, is responsible for Interceptor and Shourya missiles; providing media support to ensure adequate vertical ship launch of BrahMos supersonic publicity in the print and the electronic cruise missile, setting up of the Armed Forces media. Tribunal etc.

9.24 As in previous years, the Directorate ARMY PURCHASE ORGANISATION conducted Defence Correspondents’ Course for media persons to enhance their 9.28 Army Purchase Organisation (APO) knowledge about defence matters. Thirty is entrusted with the responsibility of the journalists including six women from print procurement and timely supply of dry food and electronic media from all over the rations for the consumption of Defence country attended the course. Forces. APO procures rice and wheat

112 through the Food Corporation of India and 9.31 Arjuna Award: Naib Subedar V sugar is allotted by the Directorate of Sugar Johnson of Army was conferred with Arjuna out of levy quota allocated to various sugar Award for Boxing for the year 2007-08. mills. Other items like pulses, animal ration, 9.32 National Championships: SSCB edible oils and vanaspati, tea and milk is affiliated to 29 National Sports products are procured from the Central and Federations and participates in 39 National State public sector undertakings and national/ Championships including 10 Junior Sections. state level cooperative consumer/ marketing Till date, 29 National Championships federations by way of invitation of tenders have been conducted by the concerned and placing contracts. Whole milk powder, Federations. Services won the Teakwondo, butter tinned and desi ghee are procured from Rowing, Weight lifting, Hand Ball and the members of the National Cooperative Fencing Championships. Dairy Federation of India through negotiated contracts. Tinned items like vegetables, fruits, International Championships jams, milk, meat and fish, coffee, egg powder 9.33 Commonwealth Youth Games: etc. are procured from registered suppliers Commonwealth Youth Games were held at including private parties through open tender. Pune, India from October 12 to 18, 2008. A During the year 2008-09, Rs. 1,094.79 crore large number of athletes from the Services was provided to the Army Headquarters for took part. The Indian contingent won 33 procurement of above items. gold, 26 silver and 17 bronze medals in individual and team events. SERVICES SPORTS CONTROL BOARD 9.34 The Services sportsmen also participated 9.29 Services Championships: Services in various Championships organized under Sports Control Board (SSCB) conducts and co- the aegis of the International Council for ordinates various sports activities in the three Military Sports (CISM) and won medals Services. During the period, a total of four in the wrestling, shooting and boxing championships. teams (Army Red, Army Green, Indian Navy and Air Force) participated in 29 Services ARMED FORCES FILMS & PHOTO Championships/ Trials conducted under the DIVISION aegis of SSCB. 9.35 The Armed Forces Films & Photo 9.30 Best Services Sportsman: On the basis Division (AFFPD) is primarily responsible of performance in the Services, National to meet the requirements of Services and International Championships of the Headquarters and other Defence preceding years, one sportsman is selected Organisations with regard to production, from the three Services. Petty Officer (PO) procurement and distribution of training Naveen Kumar was adjudged “Best Services films, production of photographs, art work Sportsman” for the year 2007-08. etc. It works to meet the needs of training,

113 Weapon Trials, Security, Defence Research, 9.40 The NDC runs a 47-week Course Intelligence, Records and Photo & Video every year for selected senior Defence Coverage of ceremonial functions of the and Civil Services officers from India and Ministry of Defence. Defence officers from friendly foreign countries. The Course is structured to 9.36 The Central Defence Film Library (CDFL) of this Division is responsible for cover Socio-Political, Economy, Science, distribution of training films to various Technology, International Security units/ formations/ training establishments/ Environment, Global Issues, India’s commands, to meet their specific training Strategic/ Immediate Neighbourhood and requirements. The Library holds 587 titles Military Dimensions of National Security. in 35 mm sizes, 1,165 titles in 16 mm sizes, The NDC Course is now recognized by the 241 titles in VHS format, 34 titles in VCD Madras University for award of M.Phil in format and 22 titles in DVD format. Defence and strategic studies.

9.37 At present, AFFPD have a total of 88 SCHOOL OF FOREIGN LANGUAGES films on its production schedule, out of which 34 films have been completed and 15 films 9.41 The School of Foreign Languages (SFL) are on the verge of completion. has been the pioneer in foreign language teaching in India, since 1948. The School 9.38 The Mobile Cinema Unit (MCU) of is engaged in imparting training in Foreign this Division also procured/ distributed languages to personnel of the three Services. Documentary films/ News Magazines of It also caters to the needs of other Ministries information, cultural and family welfare and Departments of the Government of India. values to the troops in the forward areas. Besides, civilian students are also admitted for Certificate of Proficiency, Advanced NATIONAL DEFENCE COLLEGE Diploma, Interpretership Courses and Short- 9.39 The National Defence College (NDC) term Courses/ ad-hoc courses. The languages was inaugurated on April 27, 1960 by the taught on regular basis at the SFL are Arabic, then Prime Minister, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru. Bahasa Indonesia, Burmese, Chinese, French, Located in the heart of Delhi, the College has German, Italian, Persian, Pushto, Russian, Spanish, Sinhala, Tibetan, Japanese, Thai, grown from strength to strength in the last 49 Malay, Hebrew and Vietnamese. years and has established a name for itself as a centre of excellence on matters pertaining 9.42 The School of Foreign Languages is the to national security and strategic studies. controlling organisation for other Defence The institution endeavours to provide an Institutions where foreign languages are academic and professional setting that is taught namely National Defence Academy, conducive to higher learning and mental Khadakvasla and Army Education Corps stimulation. Training Centre and College, Pachmarhi. It

114 conducts examinations and issues diploma Ministry of Defence and the Indian Armed to the successful candidates. For the Indian Forces. It receives operational records and Foreign Service (IFS) probationers, it is miscellaneous records pertaining to military obligatory to qualify the Advanced Diploma matters from the Ministry of Defence, Service (IFS) examinations conducted by the HQrs and various Units on a regular basis for Institute. The School of Foreign Languages preservation and use. During the year, about also conducts examination in Regimental 3600 operational records, mostly of classified Languages, viz. Nepali at various Service nature were received. Units all over the country. 9.46 The Division also provides two research 9.43 During the year 2008-09, a total of fellowships under the Research Fellowship 1,445 students were enrolled at SFL for Scheme of the Ministry of Defence to various courses. encourage research in military history. So far seventeen research fellows have benefited HISTORY DIVISION under the scheme. The Heraldic Cell of the Division assists the three Service Headquarters 9.44 The Historical Section (India) (now and the Ministry of Defence in ceremonial re-designated as History Division) was matters by way of suggesting names for new established to write the histories of military establishments and acquisitions, designing operations conducted by the Indian Armed their crests and badges and coining suitable Forces after independence. Till now, it mottoes has compiled and published 19 volumes including the History of operations in COLLEGE OF DEFENCE MANAGEMENT Jammu & Kashmir 1947-48, Operation Polo, Operation Vijay, Military Costume in 9.47 The College of Defence India, Stories of Heroism etc. The operations Management(CDM) is a Tri-Service category conducted by the Indian Peace Keeping Force “A” training establishment in existence for in various countries have been compiled in over three decades now. It is entrusted with the volumes, History of Indian Armed Forces the responsibility of instilling contemporary in UN Operations in Congo, the Indian management thoughts, concepts and practices Troops in Korea 1953-58, Operation Shanti in the senior leadership of the Armed Forces. and Terrific Responsibility (The Battle for It is possibly the only institution, which Peace in Indo-China). imparts exclusive and quality training in defence management in the developing 9.45 Presently, the Division is compiling the nations. third volume of the Stories of Heroism and a book on the War Memorials of the Indian 9.48 Osmania University recognizes the Army. The History Division also functions core course of CDM, namely the Higher as the record and reference office of the Defence Management Course for the award

115 of the Master of Management Studies (MMS) programme from June to April every year. degree. The Staff Course at DSSC aims at imparting training in operational and staff functions 9.49 College of Defence Management in an Inter-Service as well as Joint Service conducts Higher Defence Management environment. Course (HDMC), Senior Defence Management Course (SDMC), Management Development MINISTRY OF DEFENCE LIBRARY Programme (MDP),Defence Management Course and External Capsules. 9.51 The Ministry of Defence library provides literature on subjects relevant to planning and DEFENCE SERVICES STAFF COLLEGE policy formulation in the Ministry of Defence, three Services Headquarters, Inter-Service 9.50 The Defence Services Staff College Organisations and other allied Defence (DSSC) is one of the oldest military Establishments located in Delhi. It specializes institutions in India. It was established in in Defence and related subjects, besides 1905 in Deolali and has been functioning at catering to the needs of general readers. The Wellington since 1950. The DSSC imparts reading material for the library is selected training to middle level officers of the three by a Book Selection Committee. During Services besides a few civilian officers and the year the library added 1.854 books, officers from friendly foreign countries. subscribed 126 journals / Periodicals and 24 The college conducts a 45 week training Newspapers.

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RECRUITMENT AND TRAINING

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117 Recruitment to the Armed Forces is voluntary and open to all citizens of India irrespective of caste, class, religion and community and a large number of training institutions in Defence Sector work in coordination with one another to train the recruited force

RECRUITMENT IN THE ARMED FORCES course, they are sent to the respective Service Academies for their pre- 10.1 The Armed Forces epitomize the ideals commission training. of service, sacrifice, patriotism and composite (b) Combined Defence Service culture of the country. Recruitment to the Examination (CDSE): CDSE is conducted Armed Forces is voluntary and open to all by the UPSC twice a year. University citizens of India irrespective of caste, class, graduates or those in final year of religion and community provided the laid graduation are eligible to appear in the examination. Successful candidates down physical, medical and educational join the / Air criteria are met. Force Academy/ Naval Academy for Permanent Commission and Officers 10.2 Recruitment of Commissioned Training Academy (OTA) for Short Officers in Armed Forces through UPSC: Service Commission. Commissioned Officers in the Armed Forces are recruited mainly through UPSC ARMY which conducts the following two All India 10.3 Recruitment of Commissioned Officers Competitive Examinations: in the Army Through Non-UPSC Entries: (a) National Defence Academy (NDA) Apart from recruitment through the UPSC, and Naval Academy: The UPSC holds the commissioned officers are also recruited entrance examination twice a year in Army through the following Non-UPSC for entry into the NDA and Naval entries: Academy. Candidates on completion of 10+2 examination or while in the 12th (a) University Entry Scheme (UES): standard are eligible to compete. Having Final/ Pre-Final year engineering cleared UPSC written examination, the degree course students in the notified eligible candidates undergo Service engineering disciplines are eligible Selection Board (SSB) interview. On to apply for Permanent Commission being selected, successful candidates in the Technical Arms of the Army as Commissioned Officers under the join the NDA or Naval Academy as per UES. Eligible candidates are selected their option of service exercised at the through a campus interview by the time of applying. On completion of the

118 Screening Teams deputed by the Army CBSE/ICSE/State Board Examination with Headquarters. These candidates are minimum aggregate of 70% marks in required to appear before SSB and Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics are Medical Board. Successful candidates eligible to apply for commission under undergo one year pre-commission the 10+2(TES). On being successful in training at the Indian Military Academy the SSB and being declared medically (IMA), Dehradun. Cadets through this fit by the Medical Board, they undergo entry are also entitled to two years’ one year basic military training at IMA, ante-date seniority on commissioning. Dehradun and thereafter undergo three years engineering degree course (b) Technical Graduates Course (TGC): in respective streams before getting Engineering graduates from notified Permanent Commission. On being disciplines of engineering/ post commissioned, they are further put graduates with minimum second through one year specialized training division aggregate marks (for Army for the Arm/Service into which they are Education Corps only), are eligible commissioned. to apply for Permanent Commission (e) Women’s Special Entry Scheme through this entry. After the SSB and the Officers (WSES-O): Eligible women Medical Board, the selected candidates candidates are recruited in the Army as are required to undergo one year Short Service Commissioned Officers pre-commission training at the IMA, through the (WSES-O). Commission Dehradun, before being commissioned. is granted in Corps of Electronic and Engineering Graduates through this Mechanical Engineers, Engineers, entry are also entitled to two years’ Signals, Army Education Corps, Army ante-date seniority on commissioning. Ordnance Corps, Army Educational Corps, Military Intelligence Corps, Judge (c) Short Service Commission (Technical) Advocate General’s Branch and Army Entry: The Short Service Commission Air Defence. Women are offered Short (Technical) Entry Scheme provides Service Commission in five streams, avenues to eligible technical graduates/ viz. Non-Technical, Technical, NCC post graduates for recruitment in (Special), Judge Advocate General and Technical Arms. After SSB and Medical Post Graduate/ Specialist, for a period Board, the selected candidates are of ten years, extendable by further required to undergo approximately 49 four years purely on voluntary basis. weeks pre-commission training at OTA, Recently, Government has allowed Chennai. On completion of training, option for Permanent Commission they are inducted as Short Service for Army Education Corps and Judge Commissioned Officers. Cadets through Advocate General Branch. The duration this entry are also entitled to two years’ of training is 49 weeks at Officers ante-date seniority on commissioning. Training Academy, Chennai. Candidates who have passed or are appearing in (d) 10+2 Technical Entry Scheme (TES): final year/ semester of B.E/ B.Tech in Candidates who have qualified 10+2 notified streams, are eligible to apply for

119 Short Service Commission SSB interview followed by a University graduates (Women) (Technical). Medical Board. Candidates possessing NCC ‘C’ Candidates have to appear meeting the qualitative Certificate with minimum for SSB interview followed requirements have to apply by Medical Test. The ‘B’ grade and 50% through NCC Directorates applicants for Non-Technical aggregate marks in at the State level. After stream are required to apply graduation examination Screening by respective through UPSC. Candidates are eligible to apply for who qualify the written Group Headquarters, Short Service Commission examination conducted by Directorate General of NCC through NCC (Special Entry the UPSC come up for SSB forwards the applications Scheme). interview, as is applicable to of eligible cadets to the Short Service Commission Recruiting Directorate of male officers. Twenty percent of allotted Integrated Headquarters of Ministry of seats from Non-Technical stream are Defence (Army). reserved for NCC ‘C’ Certificate holder women candidates with minimum (g) Judge Advocate General Entry: Law ‘B’ grade and 50% aggregate marks graduates with minimum 55% aggregate in graduation examination. For Judge marks in LLB, who are within the age Advocate General Branch, applications between 21 to 27 years, can apply are invited from Law Graduates with for Judge Advocate General Branch. minimum 55% marks for direct SSB Eligible candidates are called for direct interviews. Widows of Defence SSB interview and thereafter for medical Personnel who meet the laid down test. It is a Short Service Commission eligibility criteria are granted four years’ Entry wherein suitable candidates can age relaxation and 5% seats in each opt for Permanent Commission. course (2.5% each in Tech and Non- (h) Service Entries: Recruitment of Tech course) are reserved for them. They Personnel Below Officers Rank (PBOR) are exempted from written examination into officers cadre is done through and would need to apply direct to Addl Service Selection Board in the following Directorate General of Recruiting, manner: Integrated Headquarters of Ministry of Defence (Army). (i) Army (ACC) Entry: The eligible Other Ranks (ORs) in (f) NCC (Special Entry Scheme): age group of 20-27 years having University graduates possessing NCC minimum two years of service, ‘C’ Certificate with minimum ‘B’ grade with 10+2 pass qualification can and 50% aggregate marks in graduation apply for Regular Commission. examination are eligible to apply for After qualifying the written Short Service Commission through this examination conducted by entry. Such cadets are exempted from the Additional Directorate written examination conducted by the General of Recruiting, Integrated UPSC and are directly put through the

120 Headquarters of Ministry of completion of four weeks Defence (Army), the aspirants are orientation training at the IMA screened by SSB and the Medical Dehradun. Board. Successful candidates are 10.4 Intake: Intake of candidates for pre- trained at Army Cadet College commission training as officers during the Wing, Dehradun, for three year (till March, 2009) is given in Table 10.1. years at the end of which they get a graduation degree. This Table 10.1 is followed by one year pre- commission training at IMA, S Academy Entry Inducted No Dehradun. 1. NDA Army 574 (ii) Special Commissioned Officers (SCO) Scheme: Under this Navy 114 entry JCOs/ NCOs/ ORs in the Air Force 209 age group of 28-35 years, with a Senior School Certificate Pass Total 897 (Class 10+2 pattern) qualification, 2. IMA IMA (DE) 392 are eligible for Permanent ACC 246 Commission after screening by SSB and Medical Board. They SCO 48 have to undergo pre-commission PC(SL) 73 training of one year duration at Total 759 IMA, Dehradun. These officers are employed as Sub-Unit 3. OTA SSC(NT) 273 Commanders/ Quarter Masters SSCW 99 and on various Extra Regimental Employment appointments up to NCC 96 the rank of Major. JAG -

(iii) Permanent Commission (Special Total 468 List) [PC SL]: Under this entry, 4. Tech Entries UES 96 JCOs/ NCOs/ ORs up to 42 years of age having 10 years of SSC(Tech) 08 service, with a Senior School 10+2TES 267 Certificate Pass (Class 10+2 TGC 87 pattern) qualification are eligible for commission after screening by Total 458 SSB and Medical Board. They are Grand Total 2582 granted PC (SL) after successful

121 10.5 Recruitment of Personnel of Relaxation in Physical Below Officers Rank (PBOR): In the Army, there are 11 Standards and grant of Bonus In the Army, there are eleven Zonal Recruiting Offices, Marks. Zonal Recruiting Offices, two two Gorkha Recruiting 10.8 Bonus Marks to Service Gorkha Recruiting Depots, Depots, one Independent Soldier to Re-muster as one Independent Recruiting Recruiting Office and 59 Junior Commissioned Office and 59 Army Recruiting Army Recruiting Offices in Officer(Religious Teacher): Offices in addition to 47 addition to 47 Regimental To ensure uniformity among Regimental Centres which Centres which carry out all Services candidates carry out recruitment through recruitment of PBORs applying for re-mustering through rallies. rallies in their respective areas as Junior Commissioned of jurisdiction. Officer (Religious Teacher), it 10.6 Recruitment of Personnel Below has been decided that they will be awarded Officers Rank (PBOR) is carried out through 20 Bonus Marks on qualifying the written open rally system. The recruitment of PBOR examination. commences with the preliminary screening INDIAN NAVY of aspiring candidates at rally site followed by document checking, physical fitness 10.9 Recruitment of Officers through Non- test, physical measurement and medical UPSC Entries: Apart from UPSC Entries, examination. This is followed by a written Commissioned officers are recruited through examination for the candidates found eligible Non-UPSC entry for Permanent Commission in all respects. Finally selected candidates (PC) and Short Service Commission (SSC) are dispatched to respective Training Centres cadres. For such entries, the applications for training. During the recruiting year 2007- are invited and short listed at Integrated 08, the recruiting organization has enrolled Headquarters of the Ministry of Defence 34859 recruits into the Army. (Navy) [IHQ of MoD 10.7 Eligibility for Award Apart from UPSC Entries, (Navy)]. Thereafter, a merit of Bonus Marks in Respect Commissioned officers are list, comprising qualified of Sons of Servicemen/ Ex- recruited through Non- candidates, is prepared as per servicemen/ War Widow/ UPSC entry for Permanent the availability of vacancies. Widow: Instructions have Commission and Short Recruitment for the Non- been issued to ensure that Service Commission cadres UPSC entries is made only one son of Servicemen/ in Navy. Recruitment for the through Service Selection Ex-servicemen/ War Widow/ Non-UPSC entries is made Board interviews for the Widow avails the benefits through Service Selection following Branches/ Cadres being granted in the form Board interviews. of the Navy:

122 (i) Recruitment through NCC: Under this the Electrical and Engineering branches scheme University Graduates holding of the Navy. NCC ‘C’ certificates with minimum ‘B’ (vii) University Entry Scheme (UES): grading are eligible to apply. The short Under UES Final and Pre-Final year listed candidates are then sent for SSB Engineering students are eligible for interviews. induction into the technical Branches/ (ii) Executive Branch: Short Service Cadres of the Navy. Naval selection Commission for Air Traffic Control/Law/ teams from the IHQ of MoD (Navy) and Logistic/Naval Armament Inspectorate Command Headquarters visit AICTE (NAI)/Hydro cadres/ Aviation/ Observer approved engineering colleges, across and Permanent Commission for Law/ the country, to shortlist the candidates. NAI Cadres. The short listed candidates, based on All India Merit, are called for interview (iii) Engineering Branch (Including Naval at the . The Architects): Short Service Commission successful candidates, thereafter, are through University Entry Scheme (UES), put through the medical tests. Final Special Naval Architects Entry Scheme selection is based on all India merit on (SNAES) Short Service Commission (E) the basis of marks obtained in the SSB Scheme and Permanent Commission interviews. through 10+2 (Tech) Scheme. (viii) Women Officers: Women are being (iv) Electrical Branch: Short Service inducted into the Navy, as Short Commission through University Service Commission (SSC) officers in Entry Scheme, SSC (L) Schemes and the Executive (ATC, Law & Logistic Permanent Commission through 10+2 Cadres), Education Branch and the Naval (Tech) Scheme. Architecture Cadre of the Engineering (v) Education Cadre: Permanent Branch. Indian Navy has also introduced Commission and Short Service SSC (Observer) entry scheme for women Commission schemes exist for this also w.e.f. July, 2008. These women branch. officers would have same tenure as their SSC men counterparts of 10 years (vi) 10+2 (Tech) Scheme: The Scheme extendable to 14 years. is a Permanent Commission entry for commission in the Engineering and (ix) Permanent Commission to SSC Officers Electrical branches of the Indian Navy. (Men and Women): Permanent Under the scheme, candidates with 10 Commission would be granted to SSC +2 (PCM) qualification, after selection officers of Education, X/ Law and E/ through the Services Selection Board, Naval Constructor Cadres for batches are sent to the Naval Academy for the being inducted with effect from Jan 09 Naval Orientation Course. Thereafter, onwards. they undergo a four-year Engineering course at INS Shivaji/ Valsura. On 10.10 Recruitment of Sailors: Advertisements successful completion of the course they in all leading National & Regional are granted Permanent Commission in newspapers and Employment News are

123 published inviting applications from the of merit and is open to all citizens of eligible volunteers. Publicity material is also the country. Indian Air Force being a despatched to a large number of schools/ technologically intensive service, it continues colleges and all Zilla Sainik Boards. The local to maintain its high standards for induction of administration carries out the publicity drive personnel. in rural/ backward areas through local media. 10.14 Recruitment of Officers through Non- Recruitment of sailors in the Navy is carried UPSC Entries: Recruitment of Commissioned out after the process of a written examination, Officers in the Indian Air Force is mainly done physical fitness test and medical examination. through the Union Public Service Commission 10.11 Types of Entries of Sailors: The (UPSC). For technical branches, women various entries, for recruitment of sailors, are special entry scheme, National Cadet Corps as follows:- (NCC) special entry scheme, service entries, recruitment is made directly through the (a) Artificer Apprentices (AAs) – 10+2 (PCM). Recruiting Directorate for the Indian Air Force. (b) Direct Entry (Diploma Holders) [DE (a) Recruitment through Service Selection (DH)] – Diploma in Mechanical/ Boards: Recruitment through Service Electrical/ Electronics/ Production/ selection Boards/Air Force Selection Aeronautical/ Metallurgy/ Shipbuilding. Boards is made for the Flying (Pilot), (c) Senior Secondary Recruits (SSR) – 10+2 Aeronautical Engineering (Electronics), (Sc.). Aeronautical Engineering (Mechanical), (d) Matric Entry Recruits (MR), for Education, Administration, Logistics, recruitment of Cooks, Stewards and Accounts and Meteorology branches of Musicians – Matriculation. the Air Force.

(e) Non Matric Recruit (NMR), for recruitment (b) University Entry Scheme: Final/ pre- of Topass Sailors (Safaiwala) – Class VI. Final year students in engineering (f) Direct Entry Petty Officer (Outstanding disciplines are eligible for induction Sportsmen). into the technical branches of Air Force 10.12 Navy has introduced Naval as Permanent Commissioned Officers Recruitment Biometric Authentication System under the University Entry Scheme. in recruitment. This will help to eliminate (c) Service Entry Commission: Under this impersonations and has enabled the data entry, serving personnel with minimum management process automated. 10 years of service (of technical and INDIAN AIR FORCE non-technical trades) of the rank of Sergeant and above upto the age of (36 10.13 The policy for selection of officers - 42 years) and minimum educational in Indian Air Force is strictly on the basis qualification as 10+2, are eligible for

124 Commission after screening at unit Education, Accounts and Admin (Legal) level followed by Air Force Selection branches in the IAF would be eligible Board selection tests and medical for grant of Permanent Commission examination. Service personnel of subject to vacancies available, technical trades are inducted in the demonstrated performance and service Technical Branch and personnel from requirements. Non-technical trades are inducted in (e) Recruitment through National Cadet the Ground Duty Branches. Corps(NCC): University graduates (d) Recruitment of Women Officers: possessing NCC ‘C’ Certificate with Eligible women are recruited as Short minimum ‘B’ grading and 50% marks Service Commissioned Officers in in graduation are inducted in the IAF as the Flying, Aeronautical Engineering Regular Commissioned Officers by way (Electronics), Aeronautical Engineering of selection through the Service Selection (Mechanical), Education, Administration, Boards. Logistics, Accounts and Meteorology branches of the IAF. However, 10.15 Officers Selection: Intake of cadets for women joining for the training courses officers from January 1, 2008 to December commencing in January, 2009 in 31, 2008 is given in Table 10.2.

Table 10.2 (a) Flying Branches National Defence Academy 140 Air Force Academy Combined Defence Service 38 Examination Air Force Academy Direct Entry (National Cadet Corps) 06 Air Force Academy Direct Entry (Airman) Nil Short Service Commission (Men) Flying (Pilot) 64 Short Service Commission (Women) Flying (Pilot) 09 (b) Technical Branches University Entry Scheme 28 Aeronautical Engineering Course 68 Service Entry Commission Nil Short Service Commission (Women) Technical 34 Short Service Commission (Men) Technical 23 (C) Ground Duty Branches Ground Duty Officers Course 34 Service Entry Commission 05 Short Service Commission (Women) 52 Short Service Commission (Men) 04

125 10.16 Recruitment of Personnel for officers in General Duty Recruitment of Airmen Below Officer Ranks (PBORs): stream. in the IAF is conducted The selection of Airmen is (b) General Duty (Pilot/ through the Central carried out through a centralized Navigation): Male/ female Airmen Selection selection system on all India candidates having bachelor’s Board, located at New basis. Recruitment of airmen in degree in mathematic and Delhi with the help physics as subject during the IAF is conducted through the of fourteen Selection graduation and between age Central Airmen Selection Board, group of 19-27 years are Centres located all over located at New Delhi with eligible to apply for officers in the country. the help of fourteen Selection General Duty (Pilot/Navigation) Centres located all over the stream. country. Besides the scheduled Selection (c) General Duty (CPL Short Service Tests, Recruitment Rallies are also conducted Entry): Male/ female candidates having in different parts of the country to provide passed 12th class in the 10+2+3 scheme or equivalent and possessing opportunities to eligible candidates belonging current commercial pilot license(CPL) to remote/ low response/ border/ insurgency on the date of submission of application affected areas and island territories and and between age group of 19-27 years also to maintain healthy demographic are eligible to apply for officers in CPL representation. short Service Entry. (d) Technical Branch: Male candidates COAST GUARD with degree in engineering (naval architecture/ marine/ mechanical/ 10.17 Recruitment of Officers: The officers electrical/ tele-communication & are recruited into Coast Guard bi-annually. electronic/ design/ production/ The vacancies for Assistant Commandant in aeronautical/ control engineering) or Coast Guard are advertised in Employment equivalent qualification and between News and all leading newspapers in the age group of 21-30 years are eligible to month of November/December and May/ apply for officers in Technical stream. June. Five years relaxation of age for SC/ ST and 3 years for OBC is admissible for 10.18 Selection of Officers: The selection recruitment. The officers are recruited in the of officers (General Duty/General Duty(Pilot/ following mainstreams: Navigation)/ General Duty (Pilot/Technical) is (a) General Duty: Male/ female candidates made through Coast Guard Selection Boards. having bachelor’s degree with mathematics and physics as subject 10.19 Induction of Personnel Below Officer upto 12th standard of 10+2+3 scheme Ranks(PBORs) as officer: The outstanding of education and between the age group subordinate officers upto the age of 48 years of 21-25 years are eligible to apply are inducted as Assistant Commandant in

126 General Duty and Technical branch as per basic training, the under trainee officers the selection procedure. are attached to various Naval/ Air Force/ Coast Guard Establishment/Coast 10.20 Recruitment of Personnel Below Guard ships for professional training. Officers Ranks (PBORs): The PBORs are Meritorious and outstanding officers are recruited into Coast Guard bi-annually. deputed for specialised courses in India The vacancies for PBORs in Coast Guard and abroad for specialization and higher are advertised in Employment News and courses as per schedule. all leading newspapers in the month of (b) Training of Enrolled Personnel: The November/ December and May/ June. basic training for all Enrolled Personnel is The PBORs are recruited in the following conducted at INS Chilka. On completion mainstreams: of basic training, the under trainee (a) Yantrik: Male candidates having passed Enrolled Personnel are attached to Naval/ matriculation with three years diploma Coast Guard establishment and ships for in Mechanical/ Electrical/ Electronic professional training. The duration of the Engineering and between the age group training varies from branch to branch. of 18-22 years are eligible to apply as (c) Specialised Coast Guard Training: Yantrik. Various specialised training are also (b) Navik (General Duty): Male candidates imparted to both officers and Enrolled having passed intermediate/ 10+2 with Personnel. Coast Guard specific training mathematic and physics and between is being conducted at Coast Guard age group of 18-22 years are eligible to Training Centre, Kochi. apply as Navik (General Duty). (c ) Navik (Domestic Branch): Male TRAINING FOR DEFENCE SERVICES candidates having passed Matric and between age group of 18-22 years are 10.22 A large number of training institutions eligible to apply as Navik (Domestic in the Defence Sector work in coordination Branch). with one another. The important ones are described in the following paragraphs. 10.21 Training in Indian Coast Guard:

(a) Training of Officers: The basic training SAINIK SCHOOLS of General Duty and 10.23 The Sainik Schools Technical officers is There are 24 Sainik were established as a joint conducted at Naval Schools located in various venture of the Central and Academy Mandovi and parts of the country. Zamorin respectively at State Governments. These are along with the Naval (Haryana) is the latest one under the overall governance cadets. On completion of started in March 2009. of Sainik Schools Society. At

127 present, there are 24 Sainik Schools located Belgaum, Dholpur and Chail. The Military in various parts of the country. Sainik School Schools admit boys in class VI, based on the at Rewari (Haryana) is the latest one started in results of an all India Entrance Examination. March 2009. While 67% seats are reserved for the wards of JCOs/ORs called ‘entitled category’, out of 10.24 The objectives of Sainik Schools 33% non-entitled category seats, 20% are include bringing quality public school reserved for wards of service officers. education within the reach of the common man, all-round development of a child’s NATIONAL DEFENCE ACADEMY personality and to remove regional imbalance in the officer’s cadre of the Armed 10.28 The National Defence Academy (NDA) Forces. The Sainik Schools prepare boys is the country’s premier inter-service training academically, physically and mentally to join institution. It has the unique distinction of Armed Forces through the National Defence being one of the first institutions in the world Academy (NDA). to impart combined training to officer cadets of the Armed Forces. 10.25 Sainik Schools admit boys into classes VI and IX. Their age should be 10 – 11 years 10.29 The three years course at the NDA is for classes VI and 13 – 14 years for class IX covered in six semesters during which a bond as on 1st July of the year in which admission of friendship and respect for each other’s is sought. Admissions are made strictly in the service develops. On conclusion of this order of merit on the basis of an All India training, the cadets proceed to their respective Entrance Examination held in January each Service Academies for further training before year. being commissioned as officers in the Armed Forces. 10.26 Admission to class XI on the basis of class X Board examination results was RASHTRIYA INDIAN MILITARY COLLEGE introduced in Sainik Schools from the 10.30 The Rashtriya Indian Military College academic session 2007–08 in order to (RIMC) was founded on March 13, 1922, achieve optimum utilization of available with the objective of providing the necessary infrastructure and to provide a more preliminary training for boys of Indian birth competitive environment to the aspiring or domicile, wishing to become officers in the cadets. Armed Forces of India. The institution now RASHTRIYA MILITARY SCHOOLS serves as a feeder institute to the National Defence Academy. 10.27 The Five Rashtriya Military Schools (earlier known as Military Schools) affiliated 10.31 Selection for RIMC is through a written to CBSE are functioning at Ajmer, Bangalore, examination cum viva voce conducted

128 through the State Governments. 10.34 The IMA also imparts Seats for respective States are Around 100 training to Gentlemen Cadets reserved based on population. lady officers get from friendly countries. The intake into the RIMC is commissioned from biannual, in January and July. OTA, Chennai every OFFICER TRAINING The maximum strength of RIMC year in Army Service ACADEMY, CHENNAI is 250. The intake is at Class Corps, Army Education VIII for boys in the age groups Corps, Judge Advocate 10.35 Established in 1963, the 11 to 13 years. The college runs General’s Department, officers Training School (OTS) classes in science stream on Corps of Engineers, was re-designated as Officers 10+2 CBSE pattern. Signals and Electrical Training Academy (OTA) from and Mechanical January 1, 1988 on completion of INDIAN MILITARY ACADEMY, Engineers. 25 years of its existence. Its main DEHRADUN task, before 1965 was to train Gentlemen Cadets for grant of Emergency 10.32 Founded in 1932, Indian Military Commission. From 1965 onwards, the Academy, Dehradun aims at the fullest development of intellectual, moral and Academy has started training cadets for Short physical qualities of persons joining the Army Service Commission. as officers. 10.36 With the entry of women officers in 10.33 The various modes of entry into IMA the Army since September 21, 1992, around are : 100 lady officers now get commissioned from OTA every year in Army Service Corps, (a) On graduation from NDA. Army Education Corps, Judge Advocate (b) On graduation from Army Cadet General’s Department, Corps of Engineers, College, which is a Wing of the IMA Signals and Electrical and Mechanical itself. Engineers. (c) Direct Entry graduate cadets, who qualify the Union Public Service 10.37 OTA imparts pre-commission training Commission Examination and get for the following: through the Service Selection Board. (a) Short Service Commission (Non (d) For Technical Graduate’s Course (TGC) Technical) for Graduates. (e) Under University Entry Scheme (UES) (b) Short Service Commission (Technical) for engineering college students in for Graduates. Final/ Pre-Final year of studies. (c) Short Service Commission (Woman) for (f) Through 10+2 Technical Entry Scheme Graduate/Post Graduate Lady Cadets. (TES)

129 ARMY WAR COLLEGE, MHOW also in training and administration of a sub unit in peace and war. A course 10.38 Re-designated as the Army War is of 10 weeks duration and trains 400 College(AWC) from January 15, 2003, the officers. Approximately 10% vacancies earlier College of Combat was created out are offered to friendly foreign countries, of Infantry School and established as an Para Military Forces and Central Police independent institution on April 1, 1971. A Organisations. Four such courses are premier all arms tactical training institution conducted every year. for officers, the AWC performs the important functions of evaluation of new concepts and (d) Formation Commanders Orientation doctrines in the fields of tactics and logistics. Programme (FCOP): The aim of the Training is imparted in the following courses: programme is to prepare potential divisional commanders for command of (a) Higher Command Course : The their formations. The programme is run for course aims to train officers for higher four weeks every year and is meant only command, with particular reference to for Indian Officers. command of a division and for holding senior staff appointments. The course JUNIOR LEADERS WING, BELGAUM of 40 weeks duration is run only for Indian officers from the three Services. 10.39 The Junior Leaders Wing(JLW) at Belgaum is training junior officers, JCOs and (b) Senior Command Course : The course NCOs in Sub Unit Level Tactical and Special aims to train selected Major/ Lieutenant Mission Techniques to enable them to carry Colonels equivalent rank officers out assigned operational missions in varied of all arms and services in tactical terrain under severe stress and strain and be employment of a Battalion/ Combat able to command and administer their Sub- Group as part of a Brigade or Combat Units effectively in war and peace. It trains command in cooperation with air and officers and NCOs of Army, Para Military other arms and services, as also, in the Forces, Central Police Organisations and training and administration of a unit in friendly foreign countries in commando type peace and war. Each course is of 13 of operations and makes them capable of weeks duration. Approximately 10% either forming part of special mission groups vacancies are offered to friendly foreign or leading independent missions in all types countries, Para Military Forces and Central Police Organisations. Three of terrain and operational environment. such courses are conducted every year. JUNIOR LEADERS ACADEMY, BAREILLY (c) Junior Command Course : This course aims to train officers of all arms and 10.40 Junior Leaders Academy (JLA) was services in the tactical employment of set up in 1998 with the aim of imparting a Rifle Company/Combat Team as part institutionalized training in leadership and of Battalion Group or Combat Team, as related subjects to the Junior Leaders i.e.

130 JCOs and Sr NCOs of all arms and services respectively for officers, JCOs and NCOs. with a view to making them more effective. The training periods broadly run from January to April (WW Series) and May to 10.41 The following courses are conducted October (MW Series). Personnel from the for JCOs/NCOs of all Arms and Services: School have scaled some of the important (a) Junior Leaders Course (JLC): It is a six- peaks in the world including Mt. Everest, Mt week course of newly promoted JCOs and Kanchenjunga and Mt. Mckinley in the USA. Senior NCOs (approved for promotion to be JCOs). Six courses are conducted to train COUNTER INSURGENCY & JUNGLE 3,240 students. WARFARE SCHOOL (CIJW), VEIRANGTE

(b) Potential Subedar majors (PSMs) 10.44 The CIJW conducts courses for Orientation Course: It is a four week course Officers, JCOs/NCOs in counter insurgency for 108 newly promoted Subedar Majors or techniques, language courses in Assamese, Senior Subedars (approved for promotion to Bodo, Nagamese, Manipuri/Tangkhul as Subedar Majors). Six courses are conducted also imparts Pre-induction Training (PIT) for annually to train 640 students. all units prior to induction into insurgency areas. JUNIOR LEADERS ACADEMY, RAMGARH COUNTER INSURGENCY PRE INDUCTION 10.42 Considering the need for more training TRAINING BATTLE SCHOOLS facilities, it was decided to raise another JLA at Ramgarh in Bihar in 2001. The JLA 10.45 Since the capacity of CIJW School Ramgarh has been organized on the same was limited and on account of peculiar lines as JLA Bareilly. From February 2003, operational situation and administrative the institution has been imparting training to problems of movement of Units, it was 648 candidates every year. considered necessary to impart training to units at places closer to their areas of HIGH ALTITUDE WARFARE SCHOOL operation, more Corps Battle Schools from (HAWS), GULMARG within the resources of the Army have been established at Kheru, Sarol and Bhalra for 10.43 The aim of the School is to train units moving into Northern Command and selected personnel in all aspects of high at Thakurbari for units moving into Assam altitude (HA) mountain warfare and develop and Meghalaya. Besides training for counter techniques for fighting in such terrains. insurgency, these schools especially in the HAWS conducts two series of courses, Northern Command are training units for viz, Mountain Warfare (MW) and Winter their role along the line of control and high Warfare (WW) at Sonamarg and Gulmarg altitude.

131 INFANTRY SCHOOL, MHOW 10.48 The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), an 10.46 The Infantry School is the largest autonomous body constituted under the and oldest military training institution of the UGC Act has awarded Five Star (Highest) Indian Army. Courses conducted at Infantry Accreditation to the College. The college Schools are Young Officers Course, Platoon imparts necessary institutional training to Weapon Course, Mortar Course, Anti Tank all ranks of AOC and civilians entrusted & Guided Missile Course, Medium Machine with management of Ordnance support in the Indian Army. It also imparts training in gun & Automatic Grenade launcher (J/N) handling unit administration and material Course, Section Commanders Course, management to selected Officers, JCOs and Automatic Data Processing Course, Sniper Other Ranks of all arms and services. Course and Support Weapon Course. The institution is training Officers, JCOs and SCHOOL OF ARTILLERY, DEOLALI ORs of not only infantry but other arms and services also, besides Para Military Forces and 10.49 The School of Artillery, Deolali, imparts technical training to Officers, JCOs Civil Police Organisations. The institution is and NCOs on artillery weapons and systems at present training more than 7,000 officers, including training of pilots for Air Observation JCOs and NCOs in a year. Post duties. Besides, the review of doctrines, COLLEGE OF MATERIALS MANAGEMENT study and trials of artillery equipment, both Indian and foreign, is also carried out. 10.47 The College owes its lineage to Indian 10.50 Apart from a large number of Officers, Army Ordnance Corps (IAOC) School of JCOs and NCOs of the Indian Army, the Instruction established at Kirkee in October, school has also trained several officers and 1925. The School was later re-designated as personnel from friendly foreign countries IAOC Training Centre in February 1939 and during the year. shifted to its present location at . In January 1950, the IAOC School became the ARMY , Army Ordnance Corps (AOC) School. The GOPALPUR AOC School was renamed as College of 10.51 The Army Air Defence College (AADC) Materials Management (CMM) and affiliated earlier functioned as a wing of School of to the University of Jabalpur (Rani Durgavati Artillery, Deolali till October, 1989, when it Vishwa Vidhyalaya) in 1987. The CMM was moved to Gopalpur before separation of attained an autonomous status in 1990. The Air Defence Artillery from the main branch College is also registered as a ‘Government of Artillery. The college trains personnel of College’ with the University Grants Air Defence Artillery, other arms and armed Commission. It also has the approval of All forces personnel of friendly foreign countries India Council of Technical Education (AICTE). in Air Defence related subjects.

132 10.52 The AADC conducts a number of in Educational Training in the Armed Forces. courses. Some of the courses are Long Only one of its kind, it is both a Category ‘A’ Gunnery Staff Course (Officers), Young establishment and a Category ‘A’ Regimental Officers Course, Electronic Warfare Course, Centre. It is also an Autonomous College Senior Command Air Defence Course, Long affiliated to Barkatullah University, Bhopal Gunnery Staff Course, Junior Commissioned with academic and administrative powers Officer/Non Commissioned Officer, to design, conduct, test and award its own Technical Instructors Fire Control Course, courses and degrees. Aircraft Recognition Course, Unit Instructors 10.56 The Department of Map Craft runs and Crew Based Training and Automated a ten week long Map Reading Instructors Data Processing Course. Course for AEC Officers and Personnel ARMY SERVICE CORPS (ASC) CENTRE Below Officer Rank (PBOR) of all Arms and AND COLLEGE, BANGALORE Services of Indian Army, Para Military Forces personnel and personnel from friendly foreign 10.53 Army Service Corps Centre (South) countries. and Army School of Mechanical Transport were merged with ASC Centre at Bangalore 10.57 The 12-week long Unit Education to establish Army Service Corps Centre and Instructors (UEI) Course trains ORs from all College at Bangalore on May 1, 1999. It Arms and Services of the Indian Army to be is a premier training institute imparting effective instructors in their units. basic and advanced training in multifarious 10.58 The Foreign Language Wing (FLW), disciplines viz logistics management, which is one of the three Divisions of the AEC transport management, catering, automated Training College & Centre, a premier node data processing etc to Officers, Junior of foreign language training, not only in the Commissioned Officers, Other Ranks and Armed Forces but also in the national academic recruits of Army Service Corps as well as environment has two digitized language labs, other arms and services. each with a capacity of 20 students. 10.54 Since 1992, the ASC College has been MILITARY MUSIC WING, PACHMARHI affiliated to Rohilkhand University, Bareilly for award of diplomas/ degrees in Logistics 10.59 The Military Music Wing (MMW) and Resource Management. raised in October, 1950 under the patronage of the then C-in-C Gen (later ) ARMY EDUCATION CORPS TRAINING KM Cariappa, OBE as a part of the AEC COLLEGE AND CENTRE, PACHMARHI Training College & Centre, Pachmarhi has a rich treasure of more than 200 musical 10.55 The AEC Training College & Centre, compositions to its credit and has also Panchmarhi is a Defence Seat of Excellence

133 Foreign Pbors: Training in Military Music excelled in maintaining the standard of events, the Army Sports Institute(ASI) at Pune military music in India through a diverse has been set up alongwith Army Sports Nodes range of courses designed to train the recruit in selected disciplines at various places in bandsmen, pipers and drummers. the country. Appropriate funds have been REMOUNT AND VETERINARY CORPS earmarked for state-of-the-art infrastructure CENTRE AND SCHOOL, MEERUT and equipment coupled with food, habitat, foreign exposure and training under foreign 10.60 The Remount and Veterinary Corps coaches. (RVC) Centre and School, located in Meerut, aims at training officers and PBORs of all Arms ARMY SCHOOL OF PHYSICAL TRAINING, and Services on animal management and PUNE veterinary aspects. Eleven courses for officers and six for PBORs are conducted. The total 10.62 Army School of Physical Training strength of students being trained is 250. (ASPT) a premier institution imparting systematic and comprehensive instruction ARMY SPORTS INSTITUTE, PUNE to personnel of the Army regarding the 10.61 With a view to producing prospective conduct of physical training in units and medal winners at international sporting sub units, also imparts basic training in

134 Sports and Games with a view to improving various operations of war, to train aviation the standard in the Army and complement instructors to develop Standard Operating physical training through recreation in games Procedures (SOPs) and also to assist Army and sports. These courses are attended by in development of Officers, JCOs and ORs of the Army, Para Aviation Tactical Doctrine in Synergy with Military Forces and service personnel from ground troops. The courses identified to be friendly foreign countries. In collaboration run in the School are Pre-Basic Pilot Course, with National Institute of Sports, ASPT has Basic Army Aviation Course, pre-Qualified started six allied sports in Boxing, , Flying Instructor Course, Aviation Instructor , Swimming and Life Saving, Judo Helicopter Course, Helicopter Conversion on and Yoga Courses for PBORs. type, Flight Commanders Course and New Equipment Course. COMBAT ARMY AVIATOR TRAINING SCHOOL, NASIK ROAD COLLEGE OF MILITARY ENGINEERING (CME), PUNE 10.63 Combat Army Aviator Training School (CAATS) raised at Nasik Road in 10.64 The College of Military Engineering May 2003 aims to train aviators in aviation at Pune is a premier technical institution skills and handling of aviation units in conducting training for personnel of the

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135 Corps of Engineers, other Arms and Services, which contain exhaustive technical Navy, Air Force, Para Military Forces, Police information on the functioning, repair, and Civilians. Besides, personnel from maintenance, servicing aspects and the friendly foreign countries are also trained. correct usage of the electrical and electronics CME is affiliated to Jawaharlal Nehru portion of equipment being taught at University (JNU) for the award of B.Tech MCEME. and M. Tech degrees. All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) also recognizes CORPS OF MILITARY POLICE CENTRE the graduate and postgraduate courses run AND SCHOOL, BANGALORE by the CME. The College trains on average 10.68 The role of the School is to train 1500 officers and 800 PBORs every year. officers and PBORs on military and police MILITARY COLLEGE OF ELECTRONICS duties in law, investigation, traffic control etc. AND Four courses for officers and fourteen courses (MCEME), SECUNDERABAD for PBORs are being conducted. The total strength of students being trained is 910. 10.65 The role of MCEME is to provide technical education to all ranks of EME, MILITARY COLLEGE OF including civilians, in various disciplines of TELECOMMUNICATION ENGINEERING engineering, weapon systems and equipment (MCTE), MHOW with special reference to their maintenance, 10.69 MCTE, Mhow trains signal Officers repairs and inspection and to provide training in Combat Communication, Electronic in management and tactics at senior, middle Warfare, Communication Engineering, and supervisory levels. The MCEME is Computer Technology, Regimental Signal designed to train 1760 personnel (all ranks). Communications and Cryptology. Besides, It conducts 13 courses for officers and 61 the five Training Faculties and Wings, the different courses for PBORs. College has a Department of Administration 10.66 As part of the continuous up-gradation to provide administrative and logistic support of the existing training infrastructure training to the staff and the students, a Conceptual bays have been renovated and tubular models Studies Cell to evolve communication of Sub-Systems/Sub Assemblies of equipment doctrines and produce training material, a have been placed. Certain integrated bays modern and well-stocked library, and an in for equipment with all training aids have also house printing press. Trainees are provided been established. with an opportunity to study and train in a formal setting to equip them with the 10.67 Computer Based Training Packages requisite skills, knowledge and abilities for and digitized charts have been developed current as well as future tasks.

136 MILITARY INTELLIGENCE TRAINING of the School includes a comprehensive SCHOOL AND DEPOT, PUNE system of legal education for officers of all arms and services of the Army. The 10.70 The Military Intelligence Training School undertakes wide-ranging research, School and Depot (MINTSD) is a premier development and dissemination work in the establishment responsible for imparting field of Military and allied laws. training on Intelligence Acquisition, Counter Intelligence and Security aspects to all ARMOURED CORPS CENTRE AND ranks of the Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, SCHOOL, AHMEDNAGAR and Para Military Forces and personnel of 10.73 In 1948, the Training Wings, the friendly foreign countries. Civilian officers Recruits Training Centre and Armoured of the Department of Revenue Intelligence Corps Depot and Records were shifted to are also trained at this establishment. The Ahmadnagar where the fighting Vehicles School has the capacity to impart training School was already functioning and they were to 90 officers and 130 Junior Commissioned all amalgamated to form the Armoured Corps Officers/ Non Commissioned Officers of Centre and School and Armoured Corps all the arms at a time. The School trains Records. It has six wings namely School approximately over 350 Officers and of Armoured Warfare, School of Technical 1100 Junior Commissioned Officers/Non Training, Basic Training Regiment, Driving Commissioned Officers every year. and Maintenance Regiment, Automotive ELECTRONIC AND MECHANICAL Regiment and Armament and Electronics ENGINEERING SCHOOL (EME), Regiment for Specialised training in these VADODARA disciplines.

10.71 The EME School conducts FOREIGN TRAINING postgraduate level courses for officers and 10.74 With the interest of foreign armies diploma and certificate level courses for for training in Indian Army establishments PBORs. A number of foreign officers and increasing considerably, the Army personnel PBORs from friendly foreign countries have from neighboring countries, South East Asia, been attending various courses conducted at Central Asian Republics (CAR), African EME School. continent and a few developed countries are INSTITUTE OF MILITARY LAW, KAMPTEE being trained in India. 10.75 Under the Indian Technical and 10.72 The Institute of Military Law was Economic Cooperation (ITEC) programme of established at Shimla. In 1989, the institute Ministry of External Affairs, the Government of was shifted to Kamptee. The charter of duties India provides assistance to the developing and

137 under-developed nations. Courses are also institutions either free of cost or at subsidized availed by Nepal and Bhutan under Special rates. Developed western countries also send Aid Programme of the Ministry of Defence. their officers for training in these institutions on Under this programme, personnel from reciprocal and self-financing basis by paying developing countries get training in service cost of training and other related charges.

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RESETTLEMENT AND WELFARE OF EX-SERVICEMEN

The Contingent of Veteran Ex-servicemen at Republic Day Parade

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139 The Department of Ex-servicemen Welfare formulates various policies and programmes for the welfare and resettlement of Ex-servicemen in the country

11.1 The Department of Ex-servicemen of Resettlement also has five Director Welfare (ESW) formulates various policies Resettlement Zones (DRZs), one in each and programmes for the welfare and of the five Army Commands, which are resettlement of Ex-servicemen (ESM) in subordinate offices of the Department of the country. The Department has two Ex-servicemen Welfare. Divisions viz., the Resettlement Division 11.2 The KSB is assisted in its task by 32 and the Pension Division. The 3 offices Rajya Sainik Boards and 355 Zila Sainik of Directorate General (Resettlement), Boards, which are under the administrative Kendriya Sainik Board (KSB), and Ex- control of respective State Governments/ servicemen Contributory Health Scheme Union Territory Administrations. The (ECHS) have been notified as Attached Government of India bears 50% of the offices of Department of Ex-servicemen expenditure incurred on the organisation of Welfare w.e.f. February 28, 2009. The RSBs while the remaining 50% is borne by resettlement and welfare activities of the the respective State Governments, welfare Department of Ex-servicemen are carried and resettlement of ESM being a joint out through these three organisations. responsibility of the Central Government as While the KSB, headed by Raksha Mantri well as the State Government. as ex-officio President of the Board, lays down general polices for the welfare of RESETTLEMENT ESM and their dependents and also for 11.3 The main thrust of the Department of administration of welfare funds, the office Ex-servicemen Welfare is on resettlement/ of Directorate General of Resettlement rehabilitation of ESM and their dependents. implements various policies/ schemes/ Nearly 60,000 armed forces personnel programmes of the retire or are released from Government, for ESM like active service every year, Nearly 60,000 armed pre and post retirement most of them being in the forces personnel retire or training, re-employment, comparatively younger age are released from active self employment etc. bracket of 35 to 45 years. service every year. The Directorate General These personnel constitute

140 Annual Conclave of Directorate General Resettlement a very valuable, disciplined, well- trained TRAINING PROGRAMMES and dedicated talent pool for the nation 11.4 Directorate General (Resettlement) which has to be utilized for nation building. has been entrusted with the responsibility of This is sought to be achieved through the preparing both ex-servicemen and retiring following modalities:- service personnel for a second career. Since (a) Seeking suitable employment for the ex- the focus of training is on resettlement of servicemen as also imparting necessary ESM, in civil life, the course modules have training, to prepare them to take on the been devised to cater for the requirements of new assignments/ jobs. the public/ private and the corporate sector.

(b) Constant endeavour to provide 11.5 Officers’ Training: The Directorate employment opportunities in General (Resettlement) organizes government/ quasi-government/ public Resettlement Training Programmes based on sector organizations. short courses of one to three months duration (c) Pro-active action, to facilitate re- and a few courses up to six months duration. employment of the ESM in the The courses are conducted in various Corporate Sector. fields. Management courses of six months duration are conducted in Indian Institutes (d) Providing jobs through schemes for self- of Management, Ahmedabad, Bangalore, employment. Calcutta, Indore, Lucknow and other ‘A’ (e) Assist in entrepreneurial ventures. grade Business Schools.

141 11.6 Apart from the regular Industrial training while in service. It is also extended Security & Fire Safety and IT skill to the widow/ one dependent of ESM. The development courses, especially designed number of beneficiaries of these courses in programmes in Retail Management, Disaster the last three years are given in Table 11.2. Management and Entrepreneurship/ Small Table 11.2 Business Management courses have also been Scheme 2006-07 2007-08 2008-09 introduced for officers. ESM Training 279 411 1432

11.7 Junior Commissioned Officers/ Other 11.9 To improve the training, the following Ranks equivalent Training: Resettlement new initiatives have been taken: Training Programmes for PBOR are (a) Conduct of Security Courses at conducted in diversified fields for a duration Regimental Centres: To meet the of up to six to nine months in government, aspirations of PBOR, security related semi-government and private institutes, courses are being conducted at spread all over the country. 24 weeks Regimental Centres. duration Management courses in renowned (b) To enhance employability level, a management institutes have also been module on ‘Analysis of Financial introduced. Modular management courses statements and Financial Performance on Retail, Business Project in IT Company, of companies’ has been added to the Entrepreneurship, Insurance, Travel and Independent Directors Course. Tourism and the like, have been included with (c) Conduct of Career Transition Courses a focus on placements, thus providing wider at all Regimental Centers including choice to them. Popular vocational courses on preparation of CVs has been on for Computer Applications including DOEACC last 10 months, with the primary aim ‘O’ level, Computer Hardware Maintenance, of making the PBOR aware of the Repair & Maintenance of Electrical and challenges in the civil environment. Plans are underway to remodel the Electronics Appliances and the like are also Career Transition Capsule into a Career continuing. The number of PBORs who have Transition Course of 4 weeks duration, completed various courses during the last so as to empower the PBOR and three years are given in Table 11.1. improve their employability. (d) To enhance the scope of employment, 11.8 Ex-Servicemen (ESM) Training: This award of diploma on completion training is primarily meant for those ESM who of dissertation work, after 24 weeks could not avail the facility of resettlement management course, has been initiated, Table 11.1 as offered by few of the Institutes. Scheme 2006-07 2007-08 2008-09 RE-EMPLOYMENT PBOR Training 7379 14503 32398* 11.10 The Central and State Governments * includes PBOR trained in career transition capsule course at all regimental centres. provide a number of concessions to ex-

142 servicemen for their re- of 47,300 during 2008. The employment in Central/ State 51,057 ESM have gained details of some of the major Government Departments. employment as against the placements done are as These include reservation of target of 47,300 during under: - posts/ relaxation in age and 2008. (a) Security Agencies:. The educational qualifications, DGR empanels/ sponsors exemption from payment of ESM run private security agencies, application/ examination fees and priority companies and corporations for in employment to the disabled ESM and providing security guards to various dependants of deceased service personnel on Central Public Sector Undertakings compassionate grounds. (PSUs) and industries in the private sector. The scheme offers good self- 11.11 Reservation in Government Jobs: The employment opportunities to retired Central Government has kept the following officers and adequate employment reservation in services for ESM:- opportunity to retired PBOR, in a field, (a) 10% in Group ‘C’ posts, 20% in Group where they have sufficient expertise. ‘D’ posts (b) Security of Currency Chests: Fresh (b) 14.5% reservation in Group ‘C’ and forays have been made into the banking 24.5% in Group ‘D’ posts in PSUs and sector also. The Reserve Bank of Nationalized Banks. India has issued instructions to banks that they may avail services of DGR (c) 10% posts of Assistant Commandants in sponsored ESM Security Agencies/ paramilitary forces. companies/ corporations only for (d) In , 100% guarding arrangement of currency vacancies are reserved for ESM. chests.

11.12 Placement through DGR: Persistent (c ) Government Schools: Department of efforts made by Directorate General Education, Government of National (Resettlement) with the dual aim of increasing Capital Territory has awarded the awareness amongst the Corporate Sector on the contract for providing security to availability of valuable human resources in Ex- Government schools in Delhi to DGR Servicemen and enhancing job opportunities empanelled Private Security for ESM in Corporate/ Private Companies. Sector; have borne fruits with During 2008, 1491 major demands now coming up officers have been (d) Officer’s Employment: from the Corporate Sector/ PSUs/ sponsored for During 2008, 1491 officers PMF. 51,057 ESM have gained various employment have been sponsored for various employment as against the target opportunities. employment opportunities.

143 SCHEMES FOR SELF-EMPLOYMENT streamlined, resulting in optimum utilization of ESM Companies’ resources, which has 11.13 The government has formulated translated into accommodating more number several Self-employment ventures for of widows and achieving higher satisfaction rehabilitation and resettlement of Ex- servicemen and their families. The details level. of Self-employment schemes and the 11.17 Allotment of Oil Product Agency: achievements are given in succeeding Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has paras. reserved 8% of Oil Product Agencies i.e LPG 11.14 Allotment of Army Surplus Vehicles: Distributorship, Petrol Pumps and Superior Ex-Servicemen and widows of defence Kerosene Oil Distributorship etc. for the personnel, who died while in service, are defence category applicants who comprise of eligible to apply for allotment of Army war-time/ peace-time widows and disabled soldiers. Eligible applicants are sponsored by Surplus Class V-B Vehicles. The details of DGR for the purpose. In 2008, 168 Eligibility registration and allotment of Army Surplus Certificates were issued. vehicles are given in Table 11.3. Table 11.3 Mother Dairy Milk Booths and Fruit &

Year Total Number Number of Vegetable (Safal) shops of Applications Allotment of Registered with Vehicles by MGO 11.18 This is a time tested well paying self- DGR Branch employment scheme for ESM PBOR. In 2006 695 1893 * consultation with the Mother Dairy, the 2007 1082 933 scheme is now being extended not only to the 2008 2642 1653 other cities of NCR viz Gurgaon, Noida and * Allotment on carried forward registration. Greater Noida, but to other states too. Jaipur has been included in the scheme in March 11.15 Coal Transportation Scheme: This 2009. is a popular scheme in vogue since the last 28 years. The ESM Coal Companies have 11.19 Remuneration earlier received by performed to the total satisfaction of the Coal aspirants running Mother Diary , Safal ( Fruit Subsidiaries and have established themselves & Vegetable ) has been now enhanced to a as the main work force of Coal India Limited lucrative amount of Rs 10,000/- per month (CIL). 10 ESM Coal Companies were ( for first six months only) or 9 % of sales proceeds which ever is higher. The details sponsored in 2008 benefiting 213 ESM. of ESM sponsored and qualified for selection 11.16 Coal Tipper Scheme: This welfare during the year 2008 are given in Table 11.4. scheme for widows/ disabled soldiers is 11.20 Management of CNG Station by linked with the Coal Transportation Scheme. ESM (Officers) in NCR: During the year Existing tipper attachment procedure has been

144 Table 11.4 INDIA - 2009’ at Yelahanka AF Station, Bangalore from February 11 to 15, 2009 Mother Dairy Milk Mother Dairy Fruit & Veg Booths Shops on the theme ‘Access to Excellence in ESM ESM ESM/ ESM/ Human Resource’ to create awareness in Sponsored Selected Dependents Dependents the corporate sector regarding availability of Sponsored Selected trained and disciplined human resource in 407 227 187 80 the form of ex-servicemen.

2008, names of 13 ESM (Officers) were WELFARE forwarded, of whom seven ESM (officers) have been selected. 16 more names have 11.24 Kendriya Sainik Board (KSB): been sponsored in response to their request The Kendriya Sainik Board under the in March 2009. Chairmanship of Raksha Mantri, is the nodal agency to look after the welfare of 11.21 Herbal Farming: ESM are being ex-servicemen and their families in liaison educated, motivated and encouraged to with Rajya Sainik Boards/ Zila Sainik opt for herbal farming wherever it is more Boards. The KSB administers welfare remunerative. “Safed Musli” used in several schemes through the “Armed Forces pharmaceutical formulations, “Stevia” which Flag Day Fund”. Financial assistance is is an alternative for cane sugar useful for provided to institutions such as paraplegic diabetic patients and Jatropha and Pongamia homes, Red Cross Society, Cheshire which are bio-diesel crops, have been taken Homes, Military Hospitals, St. Dustan’s up as a pilot project by the ESM. After Care Organisation (for blind Soldiers) and Homes for taking care of old and PUBLICITY physically handicapped ex-servicemen and 11.22 Wide publicity of policies and various their dependents. Financial assistance is schemes sponsored by the Government is of also provided to individual ex-servicemen paramount importance so as to reach each unit and their families who are in a state of and Ex-Servicemen/ Widows across the length penury to meet their specific needs. Funds and breadth of the country. This is done for the running of War Widows Hostels and through the DGR by means of publications of scholarships to ex-servicemen’s orphans are periodical magazine ‘Sainik Punarvas News also provided. Fliers’, Brochures, Leaflets, articles in ‘Sainik FUND Samachar’ and ‘Baatcheet’ exhibitions/ seminars and ex-servicemen rallies. 11.25 Armed Forces Flag Day Fund: 11.23 The Department of Ex-servicemen Kendriya Sainik Board administratively Welfare had put up a stall at the ‘AERO controls the Welfare Fund for the welfare

145 Chief Minister of Delhi receiving the Trophy from Raksha Mantri for highest collection among States towards Flag Day Fund at the 28th Meeting of Kendriya Sainik Board and rehabilitation of Ex-Servicemen, war orphan daughters, medical treatment and one widows/ disabled and their dependents. The time Penury Grant subject to maximum of Rs. management and administration of the Armed 48,000/-. An amount of around Rs. 6 crore Forces Flag Day Fund rests with the Managing has been disbursed among 3,336 beneficiaries Committee with Raksha Mantri as its Chairman. during the financial year 2008-09. The Fund has a corpus of Rs. 154.5 crores as on 11.27 Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme: March 31, 2009. Under the Scheme the amount of scholarships are as follows: 11.26 Raksha Mantri’s Discretionary Fund(RMDF): A portion of the earnings of (a) Rs. 1250/- per month for boys (Paid Armed Forces Flag Day Fund is set apart as Annually) RMDF, which is used to provide financial (b) Rs. 1500/- per month for girls (Paid assistance to needy Ex-Servicemen, widows Annually) and their wards for various purposes viz An amount of Rs. 10.55 Cr has been marriage of daughters, assistance for ESM/ disbursed to 3573 fresh Scholarships and Widows in Penury, House Repair Grant, 2907 renewal cases during the financial year Children Education Grant, Assistance to 2008-09.

146 EX-SERVICEMEN CONTRIBUTORY 11.30 The annual expenditure on Defence HEALTH SCHEME ORGANISATION pension is given in Table 11.5.

11.28 Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Table 11.5 Scheme came into effect on April 1, 2003. Year (Rs. Crore) It aims to provide quality medicare to its (i) R.E. 2008-09 20,233.20 beneficiaries including pensioners and their (ii) B.E. 2009-10 21,790.00 dependents and provide coverage for all diseases. 227 Polyclinics across the country have been operationalised. Out of 227 11.31 Category-wise assessed number of Polyclinics, construction is completed at 84 Defence Pensioners as on 1.4.2008 is given locations and is in progress at 21 locations. in table 11.6. The total number of beneficiaries under the 11.32 Defence Pension Disbursement scheme is 29.83 lakh including 09.39 lakh Agencies and number of Pensioners are given ex-servicemen and 20.44 lakh dependents. in table 11.7. 1234 hospitals/ diagnostic centres have been empanelled all over the country at 165 11.33 Consequent to the implementation stations in addition to Military/ Government of Government decision on the hospitals/medical colleges for referral recommendations of the Sixth Central Pay facilities. The war disabled personnel have Commission, necessary orders to revise been exempted from payment of one time the pension of Pre 2006 Armed Forces contribution for ECHS membership. Pensioners/ Family Pensioners have been issued. PENSION TO ARMED FORCES PERSONNEL 11.34 Qualifying Service for Pension: (a) For Commissioned Officers: The 11.29 Pension to an estimated number of minimum qualifying service required 22.18 lakh Defence pensioners is disbursed for earning retiring pension will be 20 through all branches of the 27 Public Table 11.6 Sector Banks, 4 Private Sector Banks viz. HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, AXIS Bank and Category Service Family Total Pension Pension IDBI Bank, 640 Treasuries, 61 Defence Pension Disbursing Offices (DPDOs), 2 Post C.O. 37,710 13,249 50,959

Offices, 5 Pay and Accounts Offices (PAOs) P.B.O.R 12,21,684 4,29,240 16,50,924 scattered all over India. For the Armed Forces Def. 3,82,595 1,34,426 5,17,021 pensioners residing in Nepal, disbursement of Civilians pension is done through 3 Pension Payment Total 16,41,989 5,76,915 22,18,904 Offices (PPOs).

147 years. In the case of late entrants, the Table 11.7 minimum period of Qualifying Service Agency No. of Percent for earning retiring pension will be 15 Pensioners years.

Public/ Private 13,79,214 62.16 (b) For Personnel Below Officer Sector Bank Rank(PBOR): The minimum qualifying Branches (46000) service for earning service pension will be 15 years and 20 years in the case of DPDOs - 61 5,86,395 26.44 Non-Combatants.

Treasures - 640 1,55,000 6.99 (c) Serving JCOs/ORs of Army and corresponding ranks of the Navy and Air Indian Embassy 89,530 4.03 Force granted EC/SSC will be eligible Nepal for retiring pension after 12 years of qualifying service. Post Offices - 2 5,478 0.24 11.35 PAOs - 5 3,287 0.14 Retiring/ Service Pension: (a) Linkage of Total 22,18,904 100 For Commissioned Officers: full pension with 33 years of Qualifying

Defence Pension Adalat -

148 Service is done away with effect from 11.37 Additional Pension and Family September 2, 2008. The Retiring Pension to Old Pensioners: The quantum of pension of Commissioned Officers pension available to the old pensioners shall retiring/ invalided out on or after be increased as detailed in Table 11.8. September 2, 2008 will be calculated at 50% of emoluments last drawn or 11.38 Minimum/ Maximum Pension: If the average of reckonable emoluments drawn during last 10 months, whichever amount of any monthly pension viz retiring is more beneficial. Grant of retiring pension/ service pension/ invalid pension/ pension to the Commissioned Officers special pension/ family pension admissible retired/ invalided out during January under the provisions works out to less than 1, 2006 to September 1, 2008 will Rs. 3500/- per month, it shall be stepped continue to be governed by the Rules/ up to Rs. 3500/- per month. In case, where Orders which were in force immediately before coming into effect of the revised service element of disability pension falls orders. short of Rs. 3500/- p.m., the same shall be stepped up to Rs. 3500/- p.m. There will be (b) For Personnel Below Officer Rank(PBOR): In case of PBOR, linkage a maximum ceiling on the amount of service of full pension with 33 years of pension/ Invalid pension/ Special pension qualifying service is dispensed with and ordinary family pension upto 50% and from January 1, 2006. Service pension 30% respectively of the highest pay in the of PBOR will be calculated at 50% of Government. emoluments last drawn or average of reckonable emoluments drawn during 11.39 Floor Ceiling: In the case of pensioners last 10 months, whichever is more in receipt of civil and military pension, the beneficial. floor ceiling of Rs. 3500/- will not apply to 11.36 Commutation of Pension: Armed the two pensions taken together and the Forces Personnel shall be entitled to commute individual pension will be governed by for a lump sum payment upto 50% of their respective Pension Rules. Accordingly, pension.

Table 11.8

AGE OF PENSIONER ADDITIONAL QUANTUM OF PENSION

From 80 years to less than 85 years 20% of basic pension/family pension

From 85 years to less than 90 years 30% of basic pension/family pension

From 90 years to less than 95 years 40% of basic pension/family pension

From 95 years to less than 100 years 50% of basic pension/family pension

100 years or more 100% of basic pension/family pension

149 the floor ceiling of Rs. 3500/- will apply RECENT IMPROVEMENTS individually to the civil and military pension. In case a pensioner is in receipt of pension as 11.42 Unmarried daughters beyond the well as family pension the floor ceiling of Rs. age of 25 years have been made eligible to 3,500 will apply individually to such pension family pension at par with widowed/divorced and family pension. daughters subject to fulfillment of conditions specified in this behalf and these provisions 11.40 Double Family Pension: In the case are equally applicable to those settled in of re-employed pensioners, with effect from Nepal. July 27, 2001, family pension admissible under the Employees Pension Scheme, 1995 11.43 The procedure for grant of family and the Family Pension Scheme, 1971 under pension to the handicapped child for life has the Employees Provident Fund Act, 1952 been further streamlined. Now the Disability has been allowed in addition to the family Certificate will be issued by a Medical pension admissible from military side. Board comprising a Medical Superintendent or a Principal or a Director, or Head of the 11.41 Ex-Gratia Awards in cases of Death Institution or his nominee as Chairman and of Cadets (Direct): In the event of death two other members, out of which atleast of a cadet due to causes attributable to or one shall be Specialist in the particular aggravated by military training, Ex-gratia area of mental or physical disability. The award is payable subject to certain conditions Disability Certificate will be required once at the following rates: if the disability is permanent and in case the (a) Ex-gratia lump sum of Rs.2.5 lakh disability is temporary, after five years.

(b) An ex-gratia of Rs.1275/- per month in 11.44 Military Service Pay has been allowed respect of both married and unmarried @ Rs.2000/- p.m. to PBOR and @ 6000/- personnel, to Next-of-Kin (NOK) in p.m. to Commissioned Officers upto the level addition to above. The ex-gratia lump sum of Brigadiers and equivalents. This will be is admissible in cases of death of cadets taken into account for the purpose of fixation occurring on or after August 1, 1997. of pay and pension of those retiring on or However, the benefit of revised monthly after January 1, 2006. Military Service Pay ex-gratia amount as mentioned at (b) above will also be taken into account in respect is admissible to pre-August 1, 1997 cases of Pre 1.1.06 retirees for the purpose of also with financial benefits with effect from Modified Parity. August 1, 1997.

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COOPERATION BETWEEN the ARMED FORCES AND CIVIL AUTHORITIES

Flood Relief Operation by Army

151 Apart from the main responsibility of defending the borders of the country, the Armed Forces render timely assistance to civil authorities for the maintenance of law and order, essential services and in rescue and relief operations during natural calamities

12.1 Apart from the main responsibility of 26, 2008, civil administration requisitioned defending the borders of the country, the Army Columns. Accordingly, ten Columns, Armed Forces render timely assistance to civil two Bomb Disposal Teams and one Mine authorities for the maintenance of law and Detection Team were deployed from order, essential services and in rescue and November 26 to 30, 2008. relief operations during natural calamities. The details of assistance provided by the Disaster Relief Armed Forces during the period are given in 12.5 Myanmar: In the aftermath of the cyclone the succeeding paragraphs. (NARGIS) in Myanmar on May 2, 2008, ARMY disaster relief stores (costing approximately Rupees 5.4 crores) which included tents, Internal Security tarpaulins, FRPs, MREs, water purifying straw and medicines were despatched in six IL-76 12.2 Gujjar Agitation – Rajasthan: and two AN-32 sorties. Two medical teams Consequent to renewal of the Gujjar were also deployed to tend to the cyclone Agitation in Rajasthan on May 24, 2008 and ravaged and to provide relief and succour to requisitioning by the State Government, 33 about 15,000 persons. Army Columns were deployed in the affected areas. 12.6 China: In the aftermath of the earthquake in China on May 12, 2008, 12.3 Shri Amarnath Shrine Board (SASB) disaster relief stores (costing approximately Agitation: Consequent to renewal of SASB Rupees 6.2 crores) which included tents, Agitation on August 1, 2008 and requisitioning by the State Government, 34 columns were blankets, sleeping bags, MREs, water purifying deployed in the affected areas to keep the straw and medicines were despatched in nine strategic lines of communications open and IL- 76 sorties. help the Central Police Organisations/police 12.7 Pakistan: In the aftermath of floods in stabilise the situation. NWFP, 6,000 blankets, 10,000 mosquito 12.4 Terror Strikes in Mumbai: Consequent nets and a medical BRICK were despatched to terror strikes in Mumbai on November to Pakistan on September 5, 2008.

152 Additionally, a Bailey Bridge was 12.8 Sri Lanka: Following developments 37 Army set up on National Highway – in Sri Lanka, an Indian Field Medical columns and 106, near Madhepura on October Unit (comprising 7 Officers, 2 MNS, Engineer Task 11, 2008. 6 Junior Commissioned Officers and Forces were (b) Flood relief was also 37 Other Ranks) was despatched to Sri deployed carried out in a number of affected Lanka to cater to the urgent medical in the flood areas of Assam, West Bengal, requirements of civilians and Internally affected areas , , Displaced Persons being evacuated out of Bihar. Jharkhand, Punjab, Gujarat and of the conflict zone. The above was Haryana. A total of 28 columns augmented with a surgical team of ten and ETFs were deployed. members, medical equipment and additional 12.10 Op Sadbhavana: The Army medicines in March 2009. undertook a large number of civic action programmes aimed at “Winning the Hearts 12.9 Flood Relief: and Minds” of the people in Jammu & (a) Following a breach in Kusaha (near Kashmir and North Eastern States, as part of the Indo – Nepal border) and the River the strategy for conflict resolution. These Kosi changing its course, approximately programmes focused at fulfilling the needs 400 villages were critically affected in the State of Bihar. At the request of the of the people and to alleviate their problems; civil administration, 37 Army columns developing remote and inaccessible areas so and Engineer Task Forces (ETFs) as to assuage the feeling of alienation and were deployed in the affected areas. moulding public opinion towards peace and

Relief Operations by Army

153 Training Camp development. These civic actions include (b) Operation Samaritan: - Rs 1.0 crore a wide range of activities across the entire spectrum of development and demonstrate 12.12 The core concept of the Army in this the ‘humane face’ of the soldier. In J&K and regard has been that human security is the the North East, such activities are being element of national security which can only implemented under Operation SADBHAVNA. be ensured through human and infrastructure Similar activities are also being undertaken as development. part of Operation GOOD SAMARITAN in the 12.13 Thrust Areas: The thrust areas which North East. have been identified are as under: 12.11 Allocation of Funds: The details of (a) Human Resource Development. funds allocated in the financial year 2008-09 (b) Infrastructure Development Initiatives. for J&K and North Eastern States are as under: (c) Health Care. (a) Operation Sadbhavana: (d) Efforts in the Social Sector including (i) Jammu & Kashmir - Rs 48.16 crore Empowerment of Women. (ii) North Eastern States - Rs 15.00 crore (e) National integration tours.

154 12.14 PM’s Reconstruction Plan for Table 12.1 J&K-Micro Hydel Projects: Under the Regions Allotted Completed Handed Prime Minister’s Reconstruction Plan for Over J&K, the Army has undertaken the task of Ladakh construction of 1000 Micro Hydel Projects 100 93 93 Region (MHPs). Of these, a total of 300 MHPs are Kashmir under Op SADBHAVANA, 265 MHPs have 550 550 550 Region been financed by Border Area Development Jammu Programme (BADP) and 435 MHPs are being 350 350 350 Region funded by the Ministry of Non Conventional Energy Sources (MNES). The details of the Total 1000 993 993 projects completed and handed over to civil 7 projects in Ladakh region are currently under construction. administration as on February 28, 2009 are given in Table 12.1.

Disaster Management

155 INDIAN NAVY adverse weather conditions. All 38 bodies reported missing were recovered and ferried 12.15 Defence–Civil cooperation is an to Vizag. In addition, 15 injured personnel integral part of the duties of the uniformed were also ferried to Vizag. IN and civil divers personnel and the Indian Navy lays great were able to successfully float and recover importance to this aspect. Initiatives of the the sunken boat. A total of 12 small arms, Indian Navy towards promoting Defence-Civil one grenade launcher, one two inch shell, Cooperation are detailed in the succeeding grenades, ammunition with magazines, paragraphs. haversacks, Bullet Proof Jackets and one mobile phone of the police party were also 12.16 Evacuation of Police Casualties: On a recovered through dedicated diving efforts. request received from the District authorities Two IN Chetaks, one Seaking 42C and two of Visakhapatnam regarding the attack by IAF MI-17 helicopters were employed for the CPI(Maoist) group on the elite Greyhounds recovery operations. (police commandos), who were proceeding in a launch from Boddapadu to Chitrakonda 12.17 Flood Relief Operations in Bihar: near the Orissa-Andhra Pradesh border, a A total of 217 IN personnel and 66 rubber search and recovery effort was undertaken inflatable Gemini boats from Mumbai, by the from June 29 Visakhapatnam and Kochi were deployed to July 12, 2008. The operation was carried in the flood affected areas of Bihar in out for 14 days in coordination with the IAF, September 2008. The teams rescued more police and Civil Administration despite the than 11,141 personnel during round the inhospitable terrain, difficult diving site and clock relief operations for over 14 days. Two

11.17 Photo

Aerial Survey of Bihar Floods by Cabinet Secretary and Defence Secretary

156 days rations of all naval personnel 12.21 Casualty Evacuation The Naval teams amounting to 93 MT (approx cost (CASEVAC): On the request of the rescued more Rs 37.5 lakhs) was distributed to district administration, IN Aircraft than 11,141 the affected populace through the at Eastern Naval Command carried personnel during local administrative officers in out a number of Search and Rescue round the clock Begusarai, Saharsa and Madhepura missions to locate and rescue on September 4 and 5, 2008. relief operations stranded fishermen and civilians for over 14 days Aid to Civil Authorities - Overseas from the sea. IN also provided in Bihar. support to the state administration 12.18 Disaster Relief Operations in its fight against Naxalism by in Myanmar: INS Rana and INS Kirpan carrying out timely evacuation of injured police were immediately deployed from Vizag on personnel on various occasions during the year. Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief mission to Mayanmar after cyclone ‘Nargis’. 12.22 Deployment of Flood Relief Teams: The ships embarked relief and rehabilitation Flood Relief Teams from Western Naval material from Port Blair on May 5, 2008 and Command were deployed during monsoons set sail for Yangon harbour. Indian ships were from June 2 to end September 2008, at the first ships to enter Yangon harbour after Ghatkopar, Malad, and Colaba at Mumbai to the cyclone. In addition to provisions and provide assistance to civil administration. medical stores, the ships also carried clothing, utensils, portable generators and water tanks. COAST GUARD The timely supply of relief material was greatly Flood relief operations: appreciated by Myanmar government and drew accolades from the international media. 12.23 (i) West Bengal: Coast Guard District Headquarters No.8 (West Bengal) conducted 12.19 Disaster Relief Operations in Bangladesh: INS Gharial was deployed to flood relief operations in East Midnapur and Chittagong for transfer of relief material to Narghat districts from June 21-22, 2008. Bangladesh. The deployment was carried out The Coast Guard relief team distributed in four phases during the period December 9, approximately 4-5 Quintals of food material, 2007 to January 26, 2008. The ship carried medicines and plastic sheets in the affected a total of more than 4000 metric tons of rice area. during the four phases. (ii) Orissa coast: Due to incessant rain 12.20 Diving Assistance: Apart from the resulting in flooding in Kunjang areas, Coast offensive Counter Terrorism Operations, the Guard District HQ No.7 at Orissa received MARCOS provide rescue and recovery cover a request from local civil administration for under the aegis of ‘Op Sadbhavna’. In aid flood relief assistance on September 20, 2008. to civil authorities, diving operations were Food items and medicines were distributed to carried out to recover bodies in river Jhelum stranded people by Coast Guard relief team during Op Khanpura (February 2008) and Op along with civil administration. CG helicopter Ningli (August 2008). dropped food packets in affected area.

157 AIR FORCE all, the transport fleet helped transport 620 tonnes of relief material and 5600 12.24 On numerous occasions the transport personnel. The helicopter fleet also fleet of IAF was called upon to undertake performed creditably by flying 641 hrs missions to provide aid to civil authorities in 635 sorties. which were accomplished promptly and in exemplary manner. Some of the noteworthy (c) Support in fighting terrorism: One achievements are as under: Mi-17 1V helicopter was utilised for deploying NSG commandos during (a) Deployment of Para-military forces: the terrorist attacks in Mumbai on The transport fleet of IAF was utilized to November 26, 2008. position approximately 5,700 CRPF and (d) Air Maintenance: Regular air 980 BSF personnel in a very short time. maintenance is undertaken by IAF (b) Flood Relief in Bihar, Orissa and Uttar helicopters in far flung and remote Pradesh: Year 2008 saw the states of areas in Jammu & Kashmir, hills of Bihar, Orissa and UP ravaged by floods, Uttarakhand and North East region. which destroyed the homes of millions Regions in far flung areas of the and rendered them homeless. The IAF’s country such as Ladakh, Arunachal transport fleet rose to the occasion. Pradesh etc. are sustained round the Timely action on the part of the fleet year by the transport fleet through and round the clock deployment was routine air maintenance which entails crucial not only in saving lives but supplying of food material, clothing, also in preventing an escalation of the medical equipment etc. to the civilian crisis. A total of twenty two IL-76, population. Air maintenance activities forty six AN-32 and nine Avro aircraft assume special significance in the were deployed round the clock to winter months when snowfall and provide relief material, medicines, inclement weather conditions impede personnel, casualty evacuation etc. In normal transportation links to these locations.

(e) Landslide in J&K: To overcome the contingencies arising out of outbreak of heavy rains and landslide in Jammu & Kashmir in February 2009, the IAF airlifted 207 MT of essential commodities, medicines and personnel. This was in addition to the 200 MT of routine air maintenance task carried out Flood Relief operations by IAF in Bihar by IAF for Jammu & Kashmir.

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NATIONAL CADET CORPS

Raksha Rajya Mantri inspecting the Guard of Honour by NCC Cadets at NCC Republic Day Camp

159 The NCC strives to provide the youth of the country opportunities for all round development with a sense of commitment, dedication, self-discipline and moral values, so that they become useful citizens of tomorrow

13.1 The National Cadet Corps (NCC) was The camps help in developing camaraderie, established under the NCC Act, 1948. It has team spirit, dignity of labour, self confidence completed 60 years of existence. The NCC and the most important aspects of Unity strives to provide the youth of the country and Discipline. The various types of camps opportunities for all round development conducted in NCC are as listed below: - with a sense of commitment, dedication, (a) Annual Training Camps (ATC): Annual self-discipline and moral values, so that they Training Camps are conducted at State become useful citizens of tomorrow. The Directorate level so as to ensure that a motto of NCC is “Unity and Discipline”. minimum of 50% of enrolled strength of cadets numbering approximately 6.5 13.2 The total sanctioned strength of lakhs attend at least one camp per year. NCC cadets is 13 Lakhs. The wing-wise Approximately 900 such camps are distribution of the cadet strength is as under: - conducted in a training year. The camps are of 12 days duration for senior boys/ (a) Army Wing - 822858 girls and 10 days duration for junior (b) Air Wing - 56111 boys/ girls. (b) National Integration Camps (NIC): A (c) Naval Wing - 56941 total of 38 NICs were scheduled in the (d) Girls Wing - 285719 training year 2008-09 and 24,918 cadets from all States and Union Territories Total - 1221629 participated in these NICs during the current training year. In addition, The NCC’s presence extends to 606 districts Special NICs of 12 days duration have of the country covering 8454 been scheduled/ conducted schools and 5377 colleges. The camps help in at the following places: developing camaraderie, (i) Special NIC, : A TRAINING OF CADETS team spirit, dignity of special NIC was conducted labour, self confidence and 13.3 Camp Training: Camp at Leh in July 2008 wherein the most important aspects Training is an important a total of 200 cadets from of Unity and Discipline. all parts of the country part of NCC curriculum. participated.

160 Chief of Air Staff interacting with NCC Cadets

(ii) Special NIC, Kohima: The (v) Special NIC, Jaisalmer : A Special special NIC in the North East NIC was conducted at Jaisalmer in was conducted at Kohima in the first half of November, 2008 November-December, 2008 with wherein 300 cadets from all parts the participation of 600 cadets of the country participated. from all over the country. (c) Vayu Sainik Camp (VSC): Every year (iii) Special NIC, Port Blair: Special an All India Vayu Sainik Camp for Air NIC Port Blair (Andaman & Wing senior cadets is organised for Nicobar Island) was held in a period of 12 days. This year the February 2009 and 180 cadets camp was conducted at Jakkur Airfield from all parts of the country (Bangalore) from October 13 to 24, participated. 2008, with strength of 420 boy and 180 (iv) Special NIC, Kakinada: A Special girl cadets. NIC was conducted at Kakinada (d) Nau Sainik Camp (NSC): This camp during October 2008 wherein a is also organised once a year for 12 total of 500 cadets from all parts days for senior cadets. The camp was of the country participated. conducted at Visakhapatnam from

161 Chief of Naval Staff inspecting the Guard of Honour by NCC Cadets

September 4 to 15, 2008. 400 boy rock climbing and to inculcate a spirit and 160 girl cadets from 16 State of adventure. Four of these camps are Directorates participated in this camp. held at Gwalior in Madhya Pradesh and four camps at Neyyar Dam near (e) Thal Sainik Camps (TSC): Two Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala. 1080 concurrent TSCs are conducted at NCC boy and girl cadets attended these Parade Ground Camp, Delhi every year. camps. This year the camps were conducted from September 22 to October 3, 2008. (h) Republic Day Camp-2009: Republic 640 boy and 640 girl cadets took part in Day Camp-2009 was inaugurated by these camps. the Vice President of India and visited by Raksha Mantri, Raksha Rajya (f) Leadership Camps: These camps are Mantri, Chief Minister of Delhi, three conducted on an All India basis. They Service Chiefs and other dignitaries. include four Advance Leadership Camps During the Camp, a horse show and (ALC), and three Basic Leadership two cultural programmes were held. Camps (BLCs). These camps impart 10 officers and 66 cadets from friendly training to 3220 boy and girl cadets. foreign countries visited the camp as part of the Youth Exchange Programme (g) Rock Climbing Camps: Eight Rock (YEP).The Republic Day Camp – 2009 Climbing Camps are held every year was successfully concluded on January to expose the cadets to the basics of 29, 2009.

162 13.4 Attachment Training: The (c) 1000 girl cadets were 440 officers and NCC cadets derive first hand deputed for attachment with 20,000 cadets were experience of immense value various Military Hospitals. attached to the regular by attachment to the Armed (d) 38 Senior Division boy army units, including Forces units. During the year, and 12 Senior Wing girl cadets women officers and attachments scheduled were as of Air Wing were attached to the 560 senior girl cadets. Air Force Academy, Dundigal under: - for 13 days in two batches. (a) 440 officers and 20,000 cadets were (e) 200 Senior Division boy cadets and 15 attached to the regular army units, Associate NCC officers (ANOs) were including women officers and 560 attached to various Air Force flying senior girl cadets. stations for a duration of 14 days.

(b) 120 Senior Division boy cadets (f) Naval Attachment – INS Mandovi: were attached to the Indian Military Attachment training camp for 25 Naval Academy, Dehradun while 48 Senior Wing Senior Division boy cadets was Wing girl cadets were attached with conducted at the Naval Academy, INS Officers Training Academy, Chennai. Mandovi, Goa for a duration of 12 days Both attachments were for duration of two weeks. during December 2008-January 2009.

NCC Cadets displaying pipe bands during Republic Day Camp

163 13.5 Gliding and Microlite Flying: Microlite/ (b) Mountaineering Expeditions: Two Gliding facilities are provided at 47 NCC Air mountaineering expeditions, one each Squadrons. The NCC Air Squadrons have for the Senior boy cadets and Senior carried out 8,210 launches during the past girl cadets were conducted during the year. Microlite flying is being conducted in year. The boys team undertook an NCC with a view to give air experience to the expedition to Bhagirathi Peak (6454 M) in May/ June 2008 and the girls team Air Wing NCC cadets. A total of 7,212 hours successfully scaled the Thelu Peak of microlite flying was undertaken during the (6000 M) in August/ September 2008. past year. Since 1970, the NCC has conducted 62 mountaineering expeditions, of which 13.6 Sea Training: NCC cadets of the 33 were for boys and 29 for girls. Naval Wing, during their sea training and attachment, are imparted intensive training in (c) Cycle and Motor Cycle Expeditions: a variety of Naval subjects. 295 cadets were These expeditions are organised both attached to ships of the Eastern and Western at the national and state levels. During Naval Command and Coast Guard for sea the current year, numerous cycle and motorcycle expeditions were training during the year. organised by various Directorates to 13.7 Foreign Cruise: The following foreign give the cadets the spirit of adventure. cruises were conducted during the year:- These expeditions also carried a social message to integrate India and create (a) Naval Cruise: Nine senior Naval boy awareness on various challenges facing cadets sailed to Colombo and Mauritius the country. from September 8 to October 5, 2008 on board Indian Naval Ship. (d) Trekking Expeditions: A total of 10 trekking expeditions were conducted (b) Coast Guard Cruise: Five senior Naval during the year 2008-09 with the boy cadets sailed to Indonesia and Australia in January 2009 on a cruise participation of 1,000 cadets per trek. organised by the Coast Guard. Another trek to the Valley of Flowers with a strength of 500 senior boy cadets 13.8 Adventure Training: was also conducted.

(a) Mountaineering Courses: 300 Boy and (e) Para Sailing: Para sailing is conducted at girl cadets from all Directorates were each Group level as a part of adventure nominated to attend various courses activity for boy and girl cadets of NCC. at Nehru Institute of Mountaineering, During the past year, 13,000 cadets Uttarkashi, Himalayan Mountaineering have been exposed to this activity. Five Institute, Darjeeling and Directorate para sailing nodes have been established of Mountaineering and Allied Sports, at Delhi, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Sholapur Manali during the year. and Kamptee to train the trainers.

164 Parasailing

(f) Para Basic Courses: Every year 40 boy white water rafting for Punjab and West and 40 girl cadets undergo the para Bengal nodes has also been procured. basic course for 24 days at the Army (k) Hot Air Ballooning: A hot air ballooning Aviation Training School (AATC), Agra. node is being established at Bhopal. (g) Slithering Demonstration: 10 senior (l) Sailing Expeditions: 23 major whaler boy and 10 senior girl cadets practiced sailing expeditions were conducted for the slithering demonstration planned during the year. during PM’s Rally in January, 2009. YOUTH EXCHANGE PROGRAMME (YEP) (h) Desert Camel Safari: This adventure activity was conducted from 13.9 Outgoing YEP Visits: A total number of November 22 to December 2, 2008 in eight visits were undertaken during the year the Jaisalmer district of Rajasthan with as part of the YEP. The countries visited were the participation of 20 NCC cadets. Maldives, Russia, Singapore (three separate In addition, 2 officers and 10 cadets visits), Sri Lanka,Vietnam and Kazakistan. from Singapore also participated in this event.. 13.10 Incoming YEP Visits: Heads of (j) White Water Rafting: A white water Departments, Officers and cadets from 9 rafting node has been established at friendly foreign countries participated in the Raiwala (Haridwar). The equipment for NCC Republic Day Camp in January 2009.

165 visit to Old Age Homes/ Blind Children Schools/ Orphanages, slum clearance, village upliftment and various other social schemes. NCC cadets participated in the following community development activities:-

(a) Tree Plantation: NCC cadets plant saplings and maintain them in conjunction with the concerned State Departments/ colleges/ schools and villages. This year around 3 lakh saplings were planted by NCC cadets.

(b) Blood Donation: Cadets donated blood as voluntary services whenever needed by Hospitals and the Red Cross. This year 18,817 cadets donated blood.

(c) Old Age Homes: Old age homes in the country are patronised and regularly

Hot Air Ballooning visited by NCC cadets to provide a helping hand.

Cadets from Bangladesh also participated in (d) Adult Education: NCC cadets the Yatching Regatta at Chilka in February visit remote areas, villages and 2009. underdeveloped areas to emphasise the need for education and to assist SOCIAL SERVICE AND COMMUNITY in the conduct of the adult education DEVELOPMENT programmes.

13.11 NCC has adopted community (e) Community Projects: Cadets of NCC development activities with participate in the rural and urban community projects the aim of rendering selfless NCC has adopted and other development service to the community, community development works like village track protecting the environment activities with the aim of improvement, well-cleaning and to assist weaker sections of rendering selfless service to etc. the society in their upliftment. the community, protecting This is achieved through a the environment and to (f) Disaster Relief: NCC wide range of programmes assist weaker sections of the has always extended its involving adult education, tree society in their upliftment. helping hand during natural plantation, blood donation, and other calamities. Over

166 14

DEFENCE COOPERATON WITH FOREIGN COUNTRIES

Raksha Mantri with the Minister of Defence and National Security, Maldives, Mr Ameen Faisal, who visited India in February 2009

169 Defence cooperation encompasses all activities undertaken by the Ministry of Defence including the Armed Forces to avoid hostilities, build and maintain trust and contribute to conflict prevention and resolution

14.1 Defence cooperation has been an Shri Vijay Singh and the Chinese side was important aspect of national security and led by Lt Gen Ma Xiaotian, Deputy Chief of strategy. It encompasses all activities General Staff, PLA. The second Joint Army undertaken by the Ministry of Defence, Training Exercise ‘Hand in Hand’ on the including the Armed Forces, to avoid theme of ‘Counter-Terrorism’ was held from hostilities, build and maintain trust and December 4-13, 2008 at Belgaum, India. The contribute to conflict prevention and PLA Naval Chief Admiral Wu Shangli visited resolution. India in November, 2008. Our Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal F. H. Major visited 14.2 India has nourished a long history of China from November 2-6, 2008. defence cooperation with several countries ranging from the Far-West to the Far- 14.4 We continued to support Afghanistan East. India actively participated in several in its efforts to stabilize its political and UN Peacekeeping missions; more than security situation. Mr. Abdul Rahim Wardak, 7000 Indian troops participated in UN Minister for National Defence of the Islamic Peacekeeping Missions in Congo, Sudan, Republic of Afghanistan visited India during Ivory Coast, Lebanon, Israel and Timor Leste. April 6-11, 2008. The Defence Minister of As a prominent regional player, we took Afghanistan met Raksha Mantri and Chief special efforts to strengthen of Air Staff and discussed defence relations with matters relating to defence India actively neighbouring countries. cooperation. participated in several 14.3 Our relationship with UN Peacekeeping 14.5 Our defence cooperation our largest neighbour China missions; more than with Bangladesh is marked by is progressing smoothly. 7000 Indian troops bilateral visits and participation The second Annual Defence participated in UN of each others Armed Forces Dialogue with China was held Peacekeeping Missions personnel in training courses. on December 15, 2008 in in Congo, Sudan, Ivory The Chief of Army Staff New Delhi. The Indian side Coast, Lebanon, Israel Gen visited was led by Defence Secretary, and Timor Leste. Bangladesh in July, 2008.

170 14.6 Defence cooperation with Maldives 14.8 Defence relations with Singapore also continued apace. The Minister of have been growing steadily. During the year Defence and National Security, Maldives, 2008, RRM visited Singapore for the 7th Mr. Ameen Faisal visited India in September, Shangri-La Dialogue held in May-June, 2008. 2008 and in February, 2009. Chairman Taking bilateral cooperation to a further COSC and CNS, Admiral Sureesh Mehta level both sides signed a Bilateral Agreement visited Maldives from February 22-24, 2009. (BA) for Joint Army Training and Exercises in India on August 12, 2008 along with 14.7 India’s bilateral relations with Mongolia associated Protocols. The 3rd Meeting of have been friendly. Chief of the Army Staff, the India Singapore Defence Working Group Mongolia visited India to attend Def-expo (DWG) was held on July 15, 2008 in New during February 2008. He met Raksha Rajya Delhi. Defence Secretary led a delegation to Mantri on February 19, 2008 and discussed Singapore to attend the 5th India Singapore measures to strengthen Defence Cooperation Defence Policy Dialogue (DPD) on October between the two countries. Exercise Khan 7-8, 2008. Quest on UN peacekeeping operations was held during September, 2008 in Mongolia. 14.9 Our relationship with Malaysia has The 4th round of Joint Military Exercise been cordial. Raksha Mantri led a high level ‘Nomadic Elephant’ was held in India from delegation to Malaysia from January 6-8, 2008 November 17-30, 2008. at the invitation of Deputy Prime Minister &

Russian Defence Minister AE Serdyukov with Raksha Mantri at the 8th IRIGC Meeting

171 Minister of Defence of Malaysia, Mr. Mohd The 5th Military to Military Talks with Japan Najib. Raksha Mantri met Prime Minister of were held in New Delhi on February 9, Malaysia Mr. Abdullah Badawi and Foreign 2009. Minister Mr. Syed Hamid Albar. Delegation 14.12 India and Australia have cordial level talks were held on January 7, 2008 relations. Both countries are full dialogue wherein various issues pertaining to defence partners of ASEAN Regional Forum. The cooperation between the two countries were meeting of the India-Australia Joint Working discussed. A Joint Statement was released Group on Defence was held on February 14, during the visit which identifies mechanisms 2008 at Canberra. The inaugural Air Force for implementation of cooperation. IAF is to Air Force Staff Talks was held in New satisfactorily conducting training of Royal Delhi in April, 2008. The Chief of Naval Staff Malaysian Air Force Personnel (RMAF) in and Chairman COSC visited Australia during terms of the provisions of the Protocol signed November 5-8, 2008. on December 5, 2007. 14.13 India and Oman share cordial and 14.10 Our relations with Vietnam have friendly relations. The 3rd India-Oman Joint always been warm and cordial. Defence Military Cooperation Committee (JMCC) Secretary led a four member delegation to meeting was held in New Delhi during March Hanoi for the 4th India Vietnam Security 23-24, 2009. The Indian delegation was led Dialogue during October 9-10, 2008. Both by the Defence Secretary while the Under sides discussed the entire spectrum of Secretary, Ministry of Defence, Sultanate of bilateral defence cooperation viz exchange Oman led the Omani side. of visits, increase in number of scholarships for Vietnamese officers to study in India, 14.14 India and have had a long naval cooperation, training, exercises on history of friendly relations. An Agreement search and rescue for humanitarian purposes concerning Defence Cooperation has been etc. signed with Qatar on November 9, 2008 during the visit of PM to Qatar. Shri Vijay 14.11 There has been a steady growth in the defence ties with Japan. Chief of Naval Singh, Defence Secretary signed on behalf of Staff paid a visit to Japan in August, 2008. Ministry of Defence. The Agreement, inter- Japanese Naval Ships visited India (Mumbai) alia, aims to promote military to military cooperation, cooperation in specific areas in August, 2008. The visiting Japanese agreed upon including areas of product Foreign Minister, Masahiko Kooumura met support and services, cooperation in defence Raksha Mantri on August 5, 2008. Navy to science and technology etc. Navy Staff Talks have been established with Japan and the inaugural talks were held in 14.15 India and UAE have signed an MoU New Delhi during November 11-12, 2008. on Defence Cooperation in 2003. In terms

172 of this MoU, a Joint Defence Cooperation and decided the activities in the field of Committee (JDCC) has been set up. The military cooperation for the year 2008-09. second Meeting of the JDCC was held in Abu Dhabi on June 2-3, 2008. 14.18 Our relations with South Africa have been steadily improving. A South African 14.16 India and Israel continue to share delegation led by Mr. T.E. Motumi, Chief of cordial defence relations. Mr Amir Kain, International Affairs, Deputy Director General Head of DSDE (MALMAB) led a delegation visited India for participating in the 6th to India during July 21-23, 2008. Mr Yosi meeting of India-South Africa Joint Defence Ben Hanan, Director SIBAT paid a visit to Committee held in New Delhi on March India during 22-23 July, 2008. Maj Gen 13-14, 2008. COAS visited South Africa in (Res) Ehud Shani, Head of Defence Export November, 2008. and Cooperation Department (SIBAT), Israel visited India and held meetings with senior 14.19 India’s defence relationship with officers on December 8, 2008. Secretary Russian Federation has been a long (Defence Production) led a delegation standing one, based on mutual trust and to Israel in September, 2008. Both the understanding. Russia remains an important countries have agreed to set up a Sub Group supplier of defence equipment to India. It on Defence Procurement, Production and is the only country with which India has an Development to promote cooperation in this institutionalized annual defence cooperation area in a more effective manner. This Sub mechanism at the level of Defence Ministers Group is co-chaired on the Indian side by of the two countries. Meetings of Director General (Acquisition). The second the Indo Russian Working Groups ‘Military meeting of this Sub Group was held in New Technical Cooperation’ (MTC WG) and Delhi on February 13-14, 2008, while its ‘Shipbuilding Aviation and Land Systems’ 3rd meeting was held in Tel Aviv during (SALSWG) were held in New Delhi on September 21-23, 2008. Defence Secretary August 18-19, 2008. These working groups led a delegation to Israel to attend the 7th were co-chaired by DG (Acq) and Secretary Meeting of the India-Israel Joint Working (DP) respectively from Indian side. The 8th Group on November 12, 2008. protocol of the two working groups was 14.17 India has traditionally very warm ties signed at the conclusion of these meetings. with Egypt. The 2nd Meeting of the Indo- The 8th meeting of the India-Russia Inter Egypt Joint Defence Committee was held at Governmental Commission on Military Special Secretary Level on June 9, 2008 in Technical Cooperation (IRIGC-MTC) was New Delhi. The Egyptian side was led by held in New Delhi on September 29, 2008. Maj Gen Mohamed Mohsen Saad El Shazly, The meeting was co-chaired by Raksha the Assistant Chief of Operations Authority. Mantri and Mr AE Serdyukov, Defence Both sides discussed issues of mutual interest Minister of Russia. During the meeting,

173 many issues of mutual interest in the field of Bogdan Klich, Minister of National Defence defence were discussed. It was also agreed to of the Republic of Poland visited India during extend the programme for military technical November 4-6, 2008. He held meeting cooperation beyond 2010 and to establish a with Raksha Mantri on November 4, 2008 High Level Monitoring Committee (HLMC) wherein various bilateral cooperation issues at the level of Defence Secretary to monitor were discussed. the implementation of the agreed Military Technical Cooperation activities and to 14.21 Our defence relations with Bulgaria explore new areas of cooperation. A Protocol have been progressing well. The 13th Session was signed by the two Defence Ministers on of the Joint Commission on India-Bulgaria the conclusion of 8th IRIGC-MTC meeting. Defence Cooperation (JCIBDC) was held in The newly established HLMC held its first New Delhi on May 8-9, 2008 after a gap of meeting in India on December 2-3, 2008. about 8 years. The meeting was co-chaired by Defence Secretary led the Indian delegation Special Secretary, Ministry of Defence, India while Mr. Mikhail Dmitriev, Director, and Mr. Yavor Kuiumdjiev, Deputy Minister of Federal Service on Military and Technical Economy and Energy, Republic of Bulgaria. Cooperation (FSMTC) led the Russian delegation. Additional Secretary, Ministry 14.22 Defence relations with Belarus were of Defence led a delegation to Russia from sought to be further strengthened with the November 5-7, 2008 to discuss the draft holding of the first session of the India-Belarus Inter Governmental Agreement (IGA) on after Joint Commission on Military Technical sales product support. The Russian Defence Cooperation in Minsk from May 27-30, Minister Mr A E Serdyukov visited India 2008. The meeting was co-chaired by Special during December 4-5, 2008 as member of Secretary, MoD, Government of India and Maj the high level delegation led by the Russian Gen Rogohevski Piotr Ivanovich, First Deputy President. Chairman of the State Committee for Military Industry of the Republic of Belarus. 14.20 India’s defence relations with Poland have been cordial. Both sides have set up 14.23 India’s relationship with Hungary has a Joint Working Group (JWG) on defence remained cordial. In terms of the Agreement cooperation under the provisions of the India- on Defence Cooperation signed between Poland Agreement on Defence Cooperation the two countries, a Joint Committee for of 2003. The 4th meeting of the JWG was implementation of the provisions of the held in New Delhi in October, 2008. The Agreement has been set up. The 2nd India- Polish delegation was headed by Mr. Zenon Hungary Joint Defence Committee meeting Kosiniak-Kamyzs, Secretary of State, Ministry was held in New Delhi on May 12-15, 2008. of National Defence, Poland and Secretary The Indian delegation was led by Secretary (DP) co-chaired from the Indian side. Mr (Defence Production).

174 14.24 A bilateral defence cooperation relations. Mr Herve Morin, French Defence dialogue between India and UK was Minister visited India from January 24- established with the signing of the ‘Terms 27, 2008. During this visit, an Agreement of Reference for the Defence Consultative between the Government of the Republic Group’ in 1995. Since then, the defence of India and the Government of the French relations between India and UK have been Republic concerning the Protection of growing steadily. There are regular exchange Classified Information and Material in the of high level visits, training, and exchange field of Defence was signed on January 25, of experts and joint projects for defence 2008 by the French Defence Minister and production between the two countries. Chief Raksha Mantri at New Delhi. The French of Air Staff and Chief of Army Staff have Navy Chief visited India during the ‘IONS’ visited UK in 2008. Air Chief Marshal Sir held from February 14-19, 2008. The Chief Graham Eric Stirrup, Chief of Defence Staff, of Naval Staff visited France from July 8-12, UK, General Sir Tim Granville Chapman, 2008. Mr Jean Marie Bockel, Secretary of Vice Chief of Defence Staff, UK and Sir Glen State for Defence and Veterans, France called Torpy, Chief of Air Staff, UK visited India on Raksha Mantri on February 11, 2009 in 2008-2009. The 11th India-UK Defence during AERO INDIA-2009. The 11th Meeting Consultative Group Meeting was held in of India-France High-Committee on Defence London, UK from May 18-21, 2008. Shri Cooperation (HCDC) was held in Paris, Vijay Singh, Defence Secretary, co-chaired France, from November 24-26, 2008. Shri the meeting from the Indian side and Sir Bill Vijay Singh, Defence Secretary, was the co- Jeffrey, Permanent Under Secretary of State chair from the Indian side and Mr. Jean-Marie for Defence co-chaired from the UK side. The Bockel, Secretary of State for Defence and 12th India-UK Military Subgroup Meeting Veterans was the co-chair from the French (MSG) was held in India from December side. 17-18, 2008. The Indian delegation was 14.26 Our defence relationship with headed by ACIDS (WSOI), HQIDS and the Germany has been steadily growing. The UK delegation was headed by Asst. Chief of highlight of defence cooperation with Defence Staff, UK. The India-UK Defence Germany was partnering Germany in the Equipment Sub Group (DESG) meeting was Berlin Air Show in May, 2008. Raksha held in India from December 1-2, 2008. The Mantri visited Germany to inaugurate Indian delegation was headed by Additional the Berlin Air Show along with German Secretary (DDP) and the UK delegation was Chancellor Dr. Angela Merkel. During his headed by Operations Director, UK. visit, Raksha Mantri had a meeting with 14.25 India and France continue to share the German Defence Minister Mr. Franz cordial and mutually beneficial defence Josef Jung. Lt Gen Hans Otto Budde,

175 Chief of German Army visited India from Secretary on February 12, 2009 during AERO May 19-24, 2008. Mr Christian Schmidt, INDIA-2009. An Indian delegation under Parliamentary Secretary of the German the Chairmanship of JS(PIC), visited on Federal Ministry of Defence called on March 13-14, 2008 for participation in the Raksha Mantri on February 11, 2009 during 4th India-Italy Joint Working Group meeting. AERO INDIA-2009. The 3rd India-Germany The 5th India-Italy Military Cooperation High Committee on Defence Cooperation Group (MCG) meeting was held in New Meeting was held in New Delhi on March Delhi on February 25-26, 2009. 9-10, 2009. Shri Vijay Singh, Defence 14.28 The Defence Committee of the Secretary was the co-chair from Indian side Parliament of Finland led by Mr Juha and Mr. Rudiger Wolf, Secretary of State Korkeaoja, Chairman of the Committee, for Defence, Germany was the co-chair Finish Centre Party, visited India from from German side. The 3rd India-Germany February 22 to March 1, 2009. During this Defence Strategic Sub-Group Meeting visit, a meeting was held with the Indian chaired by Joint Secretary (PIC) was held Parliamentary Committee on Defence on in New Delhi on January 21-22, 2009. The February 23, 2009. 4th India-Germany Defence Technical Sub- Group Meeting chaired by Joint Secretary 14.29 Mr. Barth Espen Eide, Norwegian & Acquisition Manager (Air) was held in Secretary of State for Defence (Deputy New Delhi on January 22-23, 2009. The 3rd Minister of Defence) visited India from May India-Germany Military Sub-Group Meeting 5-8, 2008. During his visit he met Raksha was held in New Delhi on January 21-22, Mantri on May 6, 2008. 2009. 14.30 Dr. Ewa Bjorling, Minister of Trade, 14.27 Defence relations with Italy have Sweden visited India from March 28 to April been warm and cordial. An Indian delegation 1, 2008. During the visit she met Raksha under the Chairmanship of Shri Vijay Singh, Mantri on March 31, 2008. Defence Secretary visited Italy on March 17- 18, 2008 for participation in the 7th India- 14.31 India’s defence relations with US Italy Joint Defence Committee Meeting. are an important element of the broader During the visit, Defence Secretary met the partnership between the two countries. Deputy Defence Minister and CDS of Italy. There is increased bilateral defence Chief of Air Staff visited Italy from January cooperation as evidenced by regular conduct 16-19, 2008. Lt Gen Fabrizio Castagentti, of military cooperation activities, frequent Chief of Italian Army Staff visited India from expert exchanges, high level visits and November 17-21, 2008. Gen Aldo Cinelli, growing cooperation in defence research, Defence Secretary, Italy called on Defence procurement and production. US Secretary

176 of Defence, Dr Robert Gates visited India USA from January 16-17, 2008. The Indian from February 26-27, 2008. During his visit, delegation was headed by Shri Vijay Singh, Secretary Gates met the Prime Minister, Defence Secretary and the US delegation External Affairs Minister, Raksha Mantri and was headed by Mr. Eric S Edelman, Under National Security Adviser. A delegation Secretary of Defence for Policy. The 6th led by Raksha Mantri visited United Meeting of India-USA Defence Procurement States of America from September 7-10, and Production Group (DPPG) was held 2008. Issues relating to India-US defence on August 7-8, 2008. The meeting was co- cooperation activities and regional security chaired by DG (Acquisition) from the Indian were discussed. General George W Casey, side and by Jeffrey Wieringa, Chief of Staff, US Army visited India during Director, and DSCA, USA from US side. The October 16-18, 2008. Admiral Michael 9th India-US Military Cooperation Group Mullen, Chairman Joint Chief of Staff (MCG) meeting was held in New Delhi from December 17-18, 2008. Committee, USA visited India and called on Raksha Mantri on December 4, 2008. 14.32 Mr. Peter Gordon Mackay, Minister The 9th India-USA Defence Policy Group Of The Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (DPG) meeting was held in Washington, (ACOA) And Minister Of National Defence,

The inaugural ceremony of Indo-China Joint Exercise ‘Hand-in-Hand’ 2008

177 Government of Canada visited India and met 14.34 India has widened and added depth Raksha Mantri on February 19, 2008. to its defence cooperation activities with 14.33 A memorandum of understanding in friendly foreign countries with the objective Defence Cooperation with Colombia was of contributing to global peace and signed in Colombia on February 4, 2009. harmony.

178 the years, NCC cadets have rendered each in sub junior boys’ and junior girls’ outstanding service during floods, categories and two teams in junior boys’ earthquakes, cyclones, train accidents category participated in the prestigious and provided the healing touch. Jawaharlal Nehru Hockey Tournament in 2008. (g) Anti Leprosy Drive: NCC cadets have launched anti-leprosy drive throughout 13.13 Subroto Cup Football Tournament: the country and are helping various NCC fields two teams, every year in the voluntary organisations. prestigious Subroto Cup Football Tournament, in the junior category. NCC teams have been (h) AIDS Awareness Programme: NCC participates actively in carrying performing consistently well in the event and out AIDS awareness programmes this year both the teams reached the quarter throughout the country. Lectures and finals of the tournament. interactive sessions on HIV/ AIDS are 13.14 All India GV Mavlankar Shooting also being conducted during various Championship: Firing being one of the core camps. training activities of NCC, shooting discipline (j) Cancer Awareness Programme: NCC enjoys special place in NCC sporting cadets actively participate in Cancer activities. NCC teams participate in the All Awareness Programmes (CAPs) India GV Mavlankar Shooting Competition organised at various cities. Cancer Care and the prestigious National Shooting India (CACI), an NGO and NCC have Championship Competition every year. joined hands to launch CAPs throughout the country. So far 25 such CAPs have 13.15 Shooting Nodes: To improve the been conducted. standard of firing, five zonal nodes have been (k) UNICEF, HRD & NCC Literacy established at Asansol (East Zone), Vadodara Programme: A Memorandum of (West Zone), Chandigarh (North Zone), Understanding (MoU) was signed Coimbatore (South Zone) and Kamptee between NCC and UNICEF to educate (Central Zone) with a view to give maximum girls from semi-urban and rural areas. exposure to the NCC cadets so that they can This programme covered Madhya compete at various National/ International Pradesh, Rajasthan, Chattisgarh competitions. and Jharkhand and terminated on December 31, 2008. TRAINING OF STAFF SPORTS AND SHOOTING 13.16 NCC has two Officers Training Academies (OTAs) one each at Gwalior 13.12 Jawahar Lal Nehru Hockey Cup (for female Instructors) and Kamptee (for Tournament: Four NCC teams, one team male Instructors) for training of Associate

167 NCC Officers (ANOs) and NEW INITIATIVES The enrolment period Permanent Instructors (PI) staff. of Senior Division/Wing A series of pre-commission 13.17 Restructuring cadets was reduced from and refresher courses for of NCC (Reduction in ANOs and orientation courses existing 3 years to 2 years. Enrollment Period): In order for PI staffs are conducted to accommodate more every year at these two waitlisted schools/ colleges, Academies. The facilities of INS Circar, within the existing cadet strength of 13 lakh, Visakhapatnam and the Seamanship School, the enrolment period of Senior Division/Wing Kochi are also utilized for conducting similar cadets was reduced from existing 3 years to courses for Naval Wing ANOs and PI staff 2 years from the training year 2008.This has while corresponding courses for Air Wing led to substantial expansion of NCC coverage ANOs and PI staff are conducted at the Air without increase in cadet strength. Force station, Tuticorin.

168 15

CEREMONIAL AND OTHER ACTIVITIES

Fly Past by Indian Air Force Aircraft during Republic Day Celebrations, 2009

179 The Ministry of Defence encourages and promotes both academic and adventure activities through autonomous institutions

15.1 The Ministry of Defence encourages a wide range of topics such as Terrorism and and promotes both academic and adventure Counter Terrorism, Non Proliferation and activities through autonomous institutions Arms Control, Transformation of Warfare and which are provided regular financial Internal Security Challenges. assistance. These institutions are: 15.4 Over the years, the Institute has (i) The Institute for Defence Studies and grown in stature. According to the latest Analyses, New Delhi; survey of the Think Tanks and Civil Societies Programme (TTCSP) of the University of (ii) Mountaineering Institutes at Darjeeling Pennsylvania, IDSA has been ranked at the and Uttarkashi; and third position among the top 25 Think Tanks (iii) The Jawahar Institute of Mountaineering in Asia. Based on the recommendations of and Winter Sports (JIM) at Pahalgam. the University Inspection Commission, IDSA has also been recognised by the University 15.2 The important activities of these of Madras as a Centre for conducting research institutions during the period under leading to a Ph.D. degree in the faculty of review are enumerated in the succeeding Defence Studies. paragraphs. 15.5 The vigorous research work at IDSA INSTITUTE FOR DEFENCE STUDIES AND has resulted in many publications. The ANALYSES (IDSA) Institute brings out four journals namely; ‘Strategic Analysis’ (Bi- 15.3 The Institute for monthly), ‘Strategic Digest’ Defence Studies and Analyses The Institute for Defence (Monthly), ‘Journal of Defence was established in 1965 to Studies and Analyses Studies’ (Quarterly) and ‘CBW undertake research on policy undertakes research on Magazine’ (a quarterly magazine issues, primarily in areas policy issues, primarily in on Chemical and Biological related to defence, foreign areas related to defence, Weapons) and four News policy and security. The foreign policy and Digests, namely; ‘POK News research agenda of the IDSA security. has expanded to encompass Digest’ (monthly), ‘Chemical

180 and Biological News Digest’ (Monthly), ‘The Bilateral Dialogue with the Japan Institute Week in Review’ (weekly) and ‘Current of International Affairs (JIIA) in December, Journal Contents’ (Monthly). During this 2008. period, the Institute also published fourteen 15.7 Workshops organized during the books. year included; (i) Security Implications of 15.6 A number of seminars, round Climate Change for India (ii) Communist tables, lectures and dialogues with other Party of Nepal (Maoist)-Rise to Power in think tanks on issues of national and Nepal: Implications for India (iii) Outlook international importance were held by for the India-Brazil-South Africa (IBSA) IDSA throughout the year. The 11th Asian Dialogue Forum; (iv) Resurgence of Russia Security Conference on ‘The Changing Face and (v) Current Developments in J&K. A of Conflict and Evolving Strategies in Asia’ National Seminar was held on the subject of was held on February 3-4, 2009. Under Defence Offsets which was inaugurated by the Bilateral Dialogues series, a discussion the Raksha Mantri. on “Regional Security Dynamics: Indian and Iranian Perspectives” was held with 15.8 Other important initiatives of IDSA the Institute for Political and International during this period included the conduct of Studies (IPIS). IDSA also hosted the Tenth the Second Annual International Conference

11th Asian Security Conference, 3-4 February 2009

181 National Seminar on Defence Industry January 23—24,2009 on “Changing Political Context in India’s Institutes, namely, Himalayan Neighbourhood : Prospects of Security Mountaineering Institute (HMI), Darjeeling and Regional Co-operation”, organisation in West Bengal, Nehru Institute of of a Strategic Affairs Workshop with the Mountaineering (NIM), Uttarkashi in Development Concepts and Doctrine Centre Uttarakhand and Jawahar Institute of of MoD, UK and holding of National Mountaineering & Winter Sports (JIM), Seminars on ‘Defence Budget’; ‘Defence Pahalgam in J&K. These Institutes are run Industry and Military’ and ‘Nation-Building- as private Registered Societies and have been conferred the status of autonomous Experiences of Pakistan and Bangladesh’, in bodies. Raksha Mantri is the President of partnership with the Academy of Third World these Institutes. The Chief Minister of the Studies, Jamia Millia Islamia. respective State is the Vice-President of the MOUNTAINEERING INSTITUTES Institute. These Institutes are governed by separate Executive Councils consisting of 15.9 The Ministry of Defence members elected by the General Bodies, administers, jointly with the concerned nominees from amongst donors and/ or State Governments, three Mountaineering persons who are likely to promote the cause

182 of the Institute and representatives of Central Cadets and private students. Foreigners are and State Governments. also permitted to join these courses.

15.10 The HMI, Darjeeling was founded in 15.14 The courses conducted by these November 1954 by the then Prime Minister Institutes from April 2008 to January 2009 are Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru to commemorate detailed in Table 15.1. the historical ascent of Mount Everest by Late 15.15 The number of students trained in these Tenzing Norgay and Late Sir Edmund Hillary courses are given in Table 15.2. on May 29, 1953. This Institute provides an impetus to mountaineering as a sport in India. Table 15.1 To give further boost to mountaineering and Institute Basic Advanced Adventure MOI S&R to inculcate the spirit of adventure in youth, NIM 10 06 10 02 02 the NIM, Uttarkashi was set up in October JIM Nil Nil 22 Nil Nil 1965 and the JIM, Pahalgam (J&K) in October HMI 05 03 02 -- -- 1983. Table 15.2 15.11 The broad objectives of the Mountaineering Institutes are:- Institute Basic Advanced Adventure MOI S&R

(a) to impart theoretical knowledge and NIM, JIM 1124 316 2320 46 68 and HMI practical training in mountaineering and rock climbing techniques; 15.16 HMI also conducted six special courses comprising Advanced, Adventure and (b) to awaken interest in and love for Rock Climbing Courses, in which 255 men mountains and exploration; and and women were trained during the period. (c) to encourage and provide training in 15.17 NIM also conducted 42 special Winter Sports. courses for various organizations from April 15.12 The Institutes conduct Basic and 2007 to 31 December 2008 in which 852 Advanced Mountaineering Courses, Method men and women were trained. of Instruction Course (MOI), Search & Rescue 15.18 A special adhoc Adventure Course Course (S&R) and Adventure Courses. The was conducted for girls (total 677) of Primary syllabi, duration, age limit of participants and Section at Jajjar, Kotly for a period of 7 days. grading system for various types of courses are almost uniform at all the Institutes. CEREMONIALS, HONOURS AND AWARDS 15.13 Trainees to these courses come from 15.19 Ministry of Defence organises all parts of the country and include Army, Air national functions like the Republic Day Force, Navy, ITBP and BSF personnel, NCC Parade, Beating Retreat Ceremony, Martyr’s

183 Day and Independence Day. 15.22 Independence Day The Ministry also organises the Ministry of Defence Ceremony, 2008: The celebration Defence Investiture Ceremonies organises national of Independence Day began for presentation of Gallantry functions like the with singing of patriotic songs and Distinguished Service Republic Day in different Indian languages Awards at Rashtrapati Bhawan in Parade, Beating by the School children’s choir association with the President’s Retreat Ceremony, at Red Fort. The three Services Secretariat. The Ceremonial Martyr’s Day and and Delhi Police presented the functions organised during 2008- Independence Day. Guard of Honour to the Prime 2009 are detailed in the following Minister. Thereafter, the Prime paragraphs. Minister unfurled the National Flag on the Ramparts of the Red Fort to the 15.20 Investiture Ceremony, 2008: The accompaniment of the National Anthem Defence Investiture Ceremony, 2008 was played by the Services Band. A 21 Gun held at Rashtrapati Bhawan on May 7 and 14, Salute was presented on the occasion. After 2008. The President awarded the following the Prime Minister’s Address to the Nation, Gallantry and Distinguished Service Awards, the ceremony concluded with the singing of announced on the Independence Day 2007 National Anthem by school children and the and Republic Day-2008 to the awardees NCC cadets and release of balloons. Later, and next-of-kins on the occasion which are during the day, the President laid a wreath detailed in Table 15.3 and Table 15.4. at the at India Gate paying Table 15.3 homage to those who sacrificed their lives Gallantry Awards for the freedom of the motherland. Kirti Chakra 10 (6 posthumous) 15.23 Gallantry awards announced on the Shaurya Chakra 42 (16 posthumous) Independence Day 2008 are detailed in Table 15.4 Table 15.5. Distinguished Service Awards

Param Vishisht Seva Medal 30 Table 15.5

Bar to 3 Award Total Posthumous Ati Vishisht Seva Medal 52 Ashok Chakra 2 2 Kirti Chakra 9 6 15.21 Other awards like Vishisht Seva Shaurya Chakra 18 7 Medal, Sena Medal, Nao Sena Medal, Vayu Sena Medal and Bar to these Medals were Bar to Sena Medal (G) 1 - presented by the respective Chiefs of Staff and Sena Medal (G) 87 10 Senior Commanders at separate Investiture Nao Sena Medal (G) 6 2 Ceremonies. Vayu Sena Medal (G) 1 -

184 15.24 Vijay Divas: Vijay Diwas was National Anthem played by the Service Bands celebrated on December 16, 2008. On this and a 21 gun salutes. The President of occasion, the Raksha Mantri laid a wreath at Kazakhstan His Excellency, Mr. Nurulsultan the Amar Jawan Jyoti at India Gate. Nazarbayev was the Chief Guest on the occasion. In an Investiture Ceremony, the 15.25 Amar Jawan Jyoti Ceremony, 2009: President of India presented eleven Ashok The Raksha Mantri laid a wreath at the Amar Chakra awards (two awards announced on Jawan Jyoti of India Gate in the morning of August 15, 2008 and nine awards announced January 26, 2009. Two minutes silence was on January 26, 2009) posthumously to the observed for paying homage to those who next-of-kins of the awardees who made the laid down their lives in safeguarding the supreme sacrifice in the service of the nation. integrity of our nation. 15.27 Out of the 20 children conferred 15.26 Republic Day Celebrations, 2009: The with the National Bravery Awards, one was unfurling of the National Flag at the Rajpath posthumous. Nineteen National Bravery marked the beginning of the Republic Award winning children seated in decorated Day Parade. The President’s Body Guards Army Jeeps participated in the Parade. Tableaux presented the National Salute followed by the of States/UTs, Central Ministries & Departments and cultural items by school children were the other attractions of the parade. The tableaux and children items reflected the cultural diversity of the nation. The parade concluded with a motorcycle display by the Jawans of the Army (Signals) followed by a Fly Past by Indian Air Force Aircraft.

15.28 The gallantry and distinguished service awards announced on the Republic Day are detailed in Table 15.6.

15.29 Martyrs’ Day Ceremony, 2009: On January 30, 2009, the President laid wreath at Mahatma Gandhi’s Samadhi at Rajghat. The Vice President, the Raksha Mantri, Raksha Utpadan Rajya Mantri, Raksha Rajya Mantri and other dignitaries also paid floral tributes. This was followed by observance The President of India with next-of-kin of a Gallantry Awardee at the Investiture Ceremony of two minutes’ silence at 1100 hours to pay

185 Raksha Mantri with three Service Chiefs paying tribute to martyrs at Amar Jawan Jyoti homage to those who sacrificed their lives in Bar to these Medals were presented by India’s struggle for freedom. the respective Chiefs of Staff and Senior Commanders at separate Investiture 15.30 Defence Investiture Ceremony, 2009: Ceremonies. The Defence Investiture Ceremony, 2009 was held at Rashtrapati Bhawan on March 19 and OFFICIAL LANGUAGE DIVISION 25, 2009. The President awarded Gallantry and Distinguished Service Awards, announced 15.32 It is the responsibility of the Official on the Independence Day Language Division of 2008 and Republic Day-2009 It is the responsibility of the Ministry of Defence to to the awardees and next-of- Official Language Division implement the Official kins on the occasion which of Ministry of Defence to Language Policy of the are detailed in Table 15.7 implement the Official Government in the and Table 15.8. Language Policy of the Ministry of Defence, its subordinate offices, defence Government in the Ministry 15.31 Other awards like undertakings, etc. Vishisht Seva Medal, Sena of Defence, its subordinate Medal, Nao Sena Medal, Offices, defence undertakings, 15.33 During the Vayu Sena Medal and etc. period under report, efforts

186 Table 15.6

Award Total Posthumous

Ashok Chakra 9 9

Kirti Chakra 13 6

Bar to Shaurya Chakra 1 1

Shaurya Chakra 30 8

Bar to Sena Medal/Nao Sena Medal/Vayu Sena Medal (Gallantry) 2 -

Sena Medal/Nao Sena Medal/ Vayu Sena Medal (Gallantry) 99 14

Param Vishisht Seva Medal 29 -

Bar to Ati Vishisht Seva Medal 1 -

Ati Vishisht Seva Medal 50 -

Uttam Yudh Seva Medal 2 -

Yudh Seva Medal 5 -

Bar to Vishisht Seva Medal 2 -

Vishisht Seva Medal 122 -

Bar to Sena Medal (Devotion to duty) 1 -

Sena Medal/ Nao Sena Medal/ Vayu Sena Medal(Devotion to duty) 62 -

Table 15.7 Table 15.8

Gallantry Awards Distinguished Service Awards Kirti Chakra 22 (12 posthumous) Param Vishisht Seva Medal 29 Uttam Yudh Seva Medal 02 Shaurya Chakra 01 ( posthumous) Bar to Ati Vishisht Seva Medal 01 Shaurya Chakra 48 (15 posthumous) Ati Vishisht Seva Medal 50 were continued to achieve the targets laid provisions of the section 3(3) of the Official down in the Annual Programme formulated Language Act as also of rule 5 of Official by the Department of Official Language, Language Rules, implementation of various Ministry of Home Affairs. The main thrust incentive schemes to do more official was on the achievement of targets regarding work in Hindi, training of Hindi, Hindi Hindi correspondence, compliance of the stenography and Hindi typing to the officers/

187 staff of Ministry of Defence. The progress of Rs. 50,000/-, 30,000/-, 20,000/- and in this regard was reviewed in the quarterly 10,000/- respectively) under the scheme. So meetings on regular basis. far, 36 books have been awarded prizes.

15.34 Translation Work: The Division 15.38 Hindi Pakhwara: A ‘Hindi remained engaged in translation work Pakhwara’ was organised in the Ministry throughout the year. The material for from September 1 to 15, 2008. During the translation from Hindi to English and vice- Pakhwara, 11 competitions were organised in versa included general orders, notifications, which 152 officers and employees participated. resolutions, Agreements, Cabinet notes, Similar Hindi Pakhwaras were organised Annual Report, administrative and other in the three Service Hqrs, all Inter-Service reports, Parliament Questions etc. Organisations, Defence Undertakings and Defence offices, located all over the country. 15.35 Hindi Training: During the period, 15.39 Official Language Inspections: During officers/ employees of the Ministry were the year, the First Sub-Committee of the nominated for training in Hindi, Hindi Committee of Parliament on Official language Stenography and Hindi Typing regularly. carried out official language inspections of 15.36 Hindi Salahkar Samitis: There are 32 defence offices located in different parts two Hindi Salahkar Samitis under the of the country. With a view to assess the chairmanship of Raksha Mantri in the Ministry progressive use of Hindi in official work in various defence offices, officers of the Ministry i.e. one for the Department of Defence and Hqrs concerned and Department of Research & Development and Department Official Language (Ministry of Home Affairs) of Ex-Servicemen Welfare and the other for conducted official language inspections of the Department of Defence production. A 22 offices. In addition, inspections of eight meeting of the former Salahkar Samiti was Hqrs/offices at Delhi and 23 sections in the held on May 5, 2008. Ministry were also conducted. 15.37 Schemes for writing Hindi books and WELFARE OF PERSONS WITH in-house Hindi magazines: The Ministry DISABILITIES has been implementing an exclusive scheme for 15.40 The representation of All combatant posts are encouraging writing of persons with disabilities in exempted from Sections books originally in Hindi Group ‘A’, ‘B’, ‘C’ and ‘D’ 33 and 47 of the Persons on defence related subjects posts in Ministry of Defence with Disabilities (Equal since 1980. At present, there (excluding Department of Opportunities, Protection is a provision of awarding Defence Production) and in of Rights and Full cash prizes (first, second, Subordinate Offices under Participation) Act 1995. third and consolation prizes Department of Defence

188 Table No. 15.9 Annual Statement showing the representation of the persons with disabilities in services in MoD (excluding Department of Defence Production) (As on January 1, 2008)

Group No. of employees

Total In identified Visually Hearing Orthopaedically posts handicapped handicapped handicapped

Group A 12649 3255 1 1 44

Group B 18082 1770 6 6 97

Group C 139415 6069 122 166 986

Group D 127585 4047 257 276 660

Total 297731 15141 386 449 1787

Table No. 15.10 Annual Statement showing the representation of the persons with disabilities in services in Subordinate Offices under Department of Defence Production (As on January 1, 2008)

Group No. of employees

Total In identified Visually Hearing Orthopaedically posts handicapped handicapped handicapped

Group A 2095 17 1 0 4

Group B 14320 137 2 4 85

Group C 76477 1891 88 124 745

Group D 26433 913 117 125 389

Total 119325 2958 208 253 1223

Production is presented in Table No. down safeguards for persons with disabilities 15.9 and Table No. 15.10 respectively. in the matter of recruitment and retention in the Service. However, keeping in view the 15.41 Armed Forces: Provisions enshrined nature of duties performed by the Armed under Sections 33 and 47 of the Persons with Forces personnel, all combatant posts have Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection been exempted from the applicability of the of Rights and Full Participation) Act 1995, lay Sections ibid by virtue of special Notifications

189 issued by the Ministry of Social Justice and to implement the Government policies and Empowerment. instructions relating to Welfare of the persons with disabilities. The 3% reservation in the 15.42 Department of Defence Production: recruitment and promotion is being provided All Public Sector Undertakings under the to the persons with disabilities as per the Ministry of Defence have been following the Government instructions. provisions of the Persons with Disabilities (Equal opportunities, Protection of Rights and 15.44 Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare: Full participation) Act 1995 in order to enable A number of soldiers become disabled during persons with disabilities to avail the benefits action or due to accidents and other causes of reservation. Several concessions and and are invalided out from service. These Ex- relaxations in addition to those prescribed Servicemen are provided special medical care by the Government, are also extended to the and training to become self-reliant. The care Persons with Disabilities. and rehabilitation is undertaken in specialized 15.43 Defence Research and Development institutions which are supported financially by Organisation(DRDO): DRDO is committed Kendriya Sainik Board (KSB).

Raksha Mantri presenting a tricycle to a disabled Ex-serviceman

190 (a) Supply of Motorised for Disabled which imparts Tricycles to ESM Disabled Ex-Servicemen are educational training to Paraplegics: KSB provides provided special medical paraplegic soldiers. motorized tricycle to the care and training to become (f) Grant to St. Dunstan disabled ESM, subject to self-reliant. The care and after care Organisation, disability of more than rehabilitation is undertaken Dehradun: St. Dunstan’s 50% or recommendation in specialized institutions Organisation for blinded of medical authorities. which are supported soldiers, Sailors and Airmen financially by Kendriya (b) Tool Kit for ex- provides psychological Sainik Board. servicemen Technicians: support to overcome the Out of Armed Forces Flag shock of blindness as well as Day Fund, tool kits are provided to ESM impart vocational training to enable the Technicians. blinded ESM to find a place in society and also provides after care service. (c) Grant to War Memorial Hostels: Each regimental centre was provided by KSB 15.45 Pensions/ Gratuity to Disabled non-recurring grant for construction and Armed Forces Personnel: The Armed functioning of War Memorial Hostels to Forces personnel who become disabled or provide shelter to the children of war are injured during service including those widows and war disabled. Recurring cadets who are released on medical grounds grants are also provided to the War are entitled to different pensionary and other Memorial Hostels for wards of Defence benefits at enhanced rates as under :- personnel @ Rs. 900/- p.m. and Rs. (a) Disability Pension: A person who is 450/- p.m. for attributable and non- released/ discharged from service with attributable cases respectively. a disease or injury, which is attributable to or aggravated by military service, (d) Grant to Paraplegic Rehabilitation is entitled to disability pension if the Centre: The Paraplegic Rehabilitation disability assessed by the Medical Board Centres at Kirkee and Mohali look is 20% or more. after paraplegic and tetraplegic ESM inmates, who lost their limbs while (b) War Injury Pension: War injury in active service. Annual Grants are pension is granted to the personnel who being provided by KSB to these PRCs @ sustain injury or disability during war 14,600/- per annum per inmate. or war like situation or action against extremists, anti-social elements etc. (e) Grant to Queen Marry Technical Institute (QMTI): KSB provides grant to (c) Invalid Pension: Invalid Pension the Queen Mary’s Technical Institute is admissible where an individual is

191 invalided out of Military service with (i) Monthly ex-gratia of Rs. 1275/- per a disability neither attributable to month nor aggravated by military service, (ii) Ex-gratia disability award @ in case the service actually rendered Rs. 2100/- per month for 100% is 10 years or more but less than 15 disability during the period of years. Invalid gratuity is paid when disablement. The amount is the service rendered is less than 10 reduced proportionately from the years. ex-gratia disability award in case the degree of disablement is less (d) Ex-gratia Awards in Cases of Death than 100%. of Cadets(direct): Ex-gratia awards are The ex-gratia disability awards are applicable payable subject to certain conditions with effect from August 1, 1997. However, in the event of invalidment of Cadet the benefit is admissible to pre August 1, (Direct) on medical grounds due to 1997 cases also, with financial benefit with causes attributable to or aggravated by effect from August 1, 1997. military training in the following rates:

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ACTIVITIES OF VIGILANCE UNITS

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193 The Vigilance Division conducts regular and surprise inspection of sensitive spots, review and streamlining of procedures and initiating other measures for combating corruption

16.1 The Vigilance Division in the Ministry 16.4 In accordance with the directives of the of Defence has been entrusted with the task of Central Vigilance Commission, all Departments/ dealing with complaints regarding corrupt practices, Organizations/ Units under Ministry of Defence misconduct, irregularities, etc. in respect of observed Vigilance Awareness Week in the employees of Ministry of Defence and various units month of November 2008 with the intention of under it. It serves as a nodal point for interaction on emphasizing the importance of enhanced security behalf of the Ministry of Defence with the Central and spreading awareness about the harmful effects Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Central Vigilance of corruption. Commission (CVC) and also the PMO on vigilance related issues and complaints. The Vigilance DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE Division conducts regular and surprise inspection of 16.5 In keeping with the highest traditions of the sensitive spots, review and streamlining of procedures Services, sensitization against and initiating other measures for corrupt practices is carried out combating corruption. During All Departments/ right from the ab-initio training the year, 7 gazetted officers Organizations/ Units stage and also on a regular basis (Group ‘A’) were given major under Ministry of Defence across the entire stratum of the penalty (MES-4, Naval HQ-3). observed Vigilance armed forces. Five complaints received from Awareness Week in the CVC were investigated and month of November 2008 DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE brought to a logical conclusion. with the intention of PRODUCTION 16.2 A special cell also emphasizing the importance 16.6 Ordnance Factory Board functions under the Vigilance of enhanced security and (OFB): The Vigilance set up Division responsible for spreading awareness about is headed by Chief Vigilance monitoring cases referred to the the harmful effects of Officer(CVO) who is assisted CBI. corruption. by two Directors, two Group 16.3 For administrative Vigilance Officers(GVO) and one convenience, the vigilance work in respect of Chief Technical Examiner (CTE). the Department of Defence (including DRDO) Special emphasis is given to complaints received and Department of Defence Production is being through CVC, CBI etc. They are investigated looked after by their respective Chief Vigilance thoroughly by GVO or General Manager of Officers. the Factory and based on the findings of these

194 investigations, necessary vigilance action including 16.9 Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL): The disciplinary proceedings, preventive administrative Vigilance set up is headed by CVO who is measures, instructions for system improvement are reporting to CMD. The CVO is assisted by 20 initiated. Periodic, Preventive Vigilance Inspections Vigilance Committees. Each Unit has a Vigilance (PVI) of Factories are conducted by the Group Committee responsible for implementing the Vigilance Officers with special focus on sensitive various CVC guidelines and supervising vigilance areas such as procurement of materials, Plant & activities. Job rotation is done for the staff working Machinery, Civil Works etc. in sensitive and corruption prone areas. Surprise Regular Checks are also conducted. Intensive 16.7 Parallel to the preventive vigilance action and disciplinary measures, certain system improvement Examination of Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, initiatives have been undertaken, so as to reduce Horticulture, Sub-Contract, high value item the scope for irregularities and malpractices. In Purchases, Service Orders, and Consultancy compliance with CVC directives, officers and staff Services as per the guidelines of CTE wing of CVC looking after sensitive areas in Factories are being is also conducted regularly. rotated in non-sensitive areas as well as from one 16.10 Bharat Earth Movers Limited(BEML): The station to another on a regular basis. Vigilance Vigilance set up is headed by Chief Vigilance Awareness Week is observed every year strictly as Officer (CVO) who is assisted by two Directors, per the guidelines of CVC in a befitting manner. two Group Vigilance Officers(GVO) and one Chief Appropriate exposure is being given to the Officer Technical Examiner(CTE). Periodical Inspections & Staff on a regular basis to acquire and hone the at Regional Offices, District Offices, Shipping skills of Preventive & Punitive Vigilance. Department and Petrol Bunks in BEML units have DEFENCE PUBLIC SECTOR UNDERTAKINGS been taken up and are carried out in a regular manner. High Value POs have been scrutinized and 16.8 Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL): A surprise checks were conducted at sensitive areas. detailed action plan on anti corruption measure Scrutiny of Sales order, Medical claims, Expense was drawn by the Vigilance Department to reports and APRs are being done on a regular conduct systematic vigilance inspection and basis. 25 Complaints were received from various suggest measures to plug loopholes in the existing sources and 22 were disposed after being verified/ system. As part of Preventive Vigilance, 1,265 investigated and forwarded to concerned authorities inspections/ checks were conducted and 15 for further action. Online Complaint registration on major Contracts and Purchases were checked in vigilance matters included in the BEML website and all the Divisions/ Complexes and corporate office resulting in 5 vigilance cases. The Vigilance so far 2 complaints have been received which are Department received 91 complaints out of under investigation. Training session/ Workshops which 45 were taken up for investigation and 46 on Vigilance Awareness have been conducted to complaints were closed as per existing guidelines. Executives and Non-Executives of BEML. Company’s Tender documents are being hosted 16.11 Mazagon Dock Limited (MDL): The in downloadable form and information regarding Vigilance Department acts as an arm of the Central enquiries/ tenders/ POs/ Contracts released/ Vigilance Commission in the company. It tries to payment to vendors are also being hosted on the ensure integrity among the company’s officers and website. to promote transparency and fairness in various

195 activities of the company such as procurement, tendering proactive preventive advice and systemic recruitment etc. The department reviews tendering improvements/ suggestions. All the directives and other commercial procedures to ensure of CVC with respect to extensive use of Website that these are carried out in accordance with have been complied with except e-payment as the the prescribed norms including CVC’s circulars. Company’s Bank M/s. Andhra Bank, is yet to gear The department also ensures adequate publicity up for this task. including effective use of MDL’s website. 16.16 Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited (MIDHANI): 16.12 Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL): The Vigilance During the period, effective measures were set up in Goa Shipyard Ltd, headed by a Chief taken to improve Vigilance administration in the Vigilance Officer carries out regular and surprise Company. Vigilance Department conducted inspections in sensitive areas and suggests surprise checks at different departments also on improvements in systems and procedures with scrap management and issued preventive vigilance a view to preventing malpractices. In order to advices and system improvements wherever encourage employees and other persons having required. Vigilance Department was instrumental business and other relations with the Company in formulation of Material Inspection Norms. to come forward with information and grievances with a vigilance angle, six Vigilance Complaint DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE RESEARCH AND Boxes, that are opened every Monday, have been DEVELOPMENT installed at various places in the premises of the Company. GSL has begun making extensive use of 16.17 The main activities of the Vigilance its website for procurement of goods and services Units in Department of Defence Research and in order to bring in transparency and has adopted Development Organization (DRDO) during the the Electronic Cash System (ECS) for payments. year are as under:-

16.13 The fraud prevention policy has been o Periodic sensitization of all officers and staff formulated, approved by the Audit Committee and on vigilance aspects at various levels. Board of Directors and has been promulgated. o Sensitization programmes to root out 16.14 Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers corruption and mis-management of public Ltd.(GRSE): The primary role of the Vigilance funds and public resources. Department has been to achieve a corruption-free o Vigilance inspections of laboratories/ organisation by ensuring compliance of different establishments to ensure that standing orders/ guidelines issued from time to time by instructions and orders are being CVC/ CTE/ DPE and to ensure that different files implemented. pertaining to procurement/ disposal of different o Conducting confidential enquiries against items, various contracts, recruitment of personnel malpractices and bringing the errant to book. have been scrutinized. o Processing vigilance cases/ inquiries and preparation of documents for vigilance 16.15 Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL): The main charge sheets. emphasis of Vigilance Department during the o Ensuring compliance of procedures of year was improving vigilance administration by purchase management laid down by DRDO Leveraging technology, increasing transparency through periodic vigilance inspection of through effective use of the Website, in addition to laboratories/ establishments.

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EMPOWERMENT AND WELFARE OF WOMEN

A woman officer leading Network Operation Centre at Republic Day Parade

197 With the induction of women in various non-combatant branches of the Armed Forces like logistics and law, a larger role is envisaged for them

17.1 The role of women has been years of reckonable service respectively. This increasing steadily in the field of national is at par with the promotions available to the defence. Women are employed in Defence Permanent Commission Officers. In addition, Production Units, Defence Research & with a view to ensuring gender equality, Development Laboratories and as Doctors the training period of women officers in the and Nursing Officers in the Armed Forces. Army in Short Service Commission has been With the induction of women in various non- increased from 24 weeks to 49 weeks, to be combatant branches of the Armed Forces like at par with male Short Service Commission logistics and law, a larger role is envisaged Officers. for them. 17.3 Women officers have been serving INDIAN ARMY in the Armed Forces for about 80 years, first inducted in the 17.2 Women Officers in the Army: In in 1927 and then in the Medical Officers a significant step, the tenure of Women cadre in 1943. In the Armed Forces Medical Officers in Short Service Commission has Services there are both permanent and Short been increased from 10 years to 14 years of Service Commission Officers. service. Besides, their promotional avenues 17.4 In the Regiment of Artillery, Corps have been substantially enhanced. Earlier, of Signals, Corps of Engineers, they were eligible for only one Corps of Electrical and The Government promotion, viz., to the rank of Mechanical Engineers, Army has approved grant Major after 5 years of service. Service Corps (Food Scientists of Permanent As per a recent decision of the and Catering Officers), Army Commission to Short Government, Women Short Ordnance Corps, Intelligence Service Commission Officers in Service Commission Corps, Army Education Corps, (Women) Officers the Army are granted time-scale Judge Advocate General’s prospectively in substantive promotions to the Department and the Army Postal select branches/ rank of , Major and Lt. Service, women officers join cadres of Armed rank after 2, 6 and 13 as Short Service Commission Forces. Officers.

198 17.5 The Government has approved grant enhanced satisfaction, confidence and sense of Permanent Commission to Short Service of achievement. Commission (women) Officers prospectively in select branches/ cadres of Army viz., Judge INDIAN AIR FORCE Advocate General (JAG) Department and 17.10 Women were first inducted into the Education Corps. IAF more than 15 years ago. It has been INDIAN NAVY the endeavour of the service to give every opportunity to women to participate and 17.6 Since their induction, women officers excel in all spheres of employment and have been accorded equal opportunities avenues. Women are employed in all the in every way as their male counterparts, branches of the IAF, including the flying to the extent feasible and subject to service branch. IAF maintains identical standards in exigencies, to ultimately ensure operational terms of eligibility criteria, training pattern & effectiveness of the service. duration and career courses etc. The women

17.7 Short Service Commission: Women are being inducted into the Navy, as Short Service Commission (SSC) officers in the Executive (Observer, ATC, Law & Logistic Cadres), Education Branch and the Naval Architecture Cadre of the Engineering Branch.

17.8 Permanent Commission: The Government has introduced grant of Permanent Commission prospectively to the Short Service Commission women officers of the Executive Branch (Law Cadre), Education Branch and Engineering Branch (Naval Architecture Cadre).

17.9 Outward Bound Team Building Exercise: All women “Outward Bound Team Building Exercises” are also being conducted for the women employees to develop their self confidence, spirit of adventure, endurance and team spirit which pay rich A woman officer of IAF commanding a contingent at dividends in their personal lives by way of Air Force Day Parade

199 officers are eligible for promotion at identical serve till superannuation, except for GD (CPL years of service and criteria as their male Holders) Short Service Entry. counterparts and they are presently holding appointments in the service which are DEFENCE RESEARCH AND supervisory in nature. DEVELOMPENT ORGANISATION (DRDO)

17.11 Eligible women are recruited as 17.13 DRDO is sensitive to the need with regard to empowerment and welfare of its Short Service Commissioned Officers women employees. Government instructions in the branches of Flying, Aeronautical and directives issued on the subject are Engineering (Electronics), Aeronautical being followed in both letter and spirit. It is Engineering (Mechanical), Education, ensured that women employees are accorded Administration, Logistics, Accounts and equal opportunities for enhancement of Meteorology. Recently, it has been decided their skills and knowledge and fulfilment of to grant Permanent Commission to women their potential. Their contribution towards in Education, Accounts and Admin (legal) advancement of the organizational objectives branches in the IAF. Accordingly, women is appreciated and duly recognized. joining the IAF for the training courses Laboratories and establishments of DRDO commencing in January 2009 in these have been instructed to set up Women’s branches would be eligible for grant of Cell to look after the welfare of women Permanent Commission subject to vacancies employees. A similar Cell has also been available, demonstrated performance and constituted in DRDO HQrs for the purpose. service requirements. 17.14 Similarly, various welfare measures INDIAN COAST GUARD have also been undertaken for the women employees in the Organisation. 17.12 Women are recruited DRDO ensures that Crèches have also been opened in Coast Guard only as officers women employees as welfare measures in various in General Duty, General are accorded equal laboratories/ establishments Duty(Pilot/Navigation) and opportunities for in DRDO located all over the General Duty(CPL Holders enhancement of their country. Short Service Entry) branches. skills and knowledge DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE The selection process for and fulfilment of PRODUCTION women is similar to that of male their potential; and candidates. The women officers their contribution 17.15 Hindustan Aeronautics are posted in non sea going towards advancement Limited (HAL): All statutory of the organizational posts. Unlike the other Armed welfare amenities have been objectives is Forces, the women officers in extended to women employees. appreciated. Coast Guard have the option to A sizeable number of women

200 employees are in Supervisory and Executive Court directives on sexual harassment. cadres. All Women employees are provided Provisions of the Maternity Benefit Act are with equal opportunities for advancement extended to all women Employees / Officers. of their career. Women employees are also 17.20 provided with opportunities to participate in Mazagaon Dock Limited (MDL): all the programmes / activities of the Forum The Company provides Crèche facility for of “Women in Public Sector(WIPS)” under the children of female employees under the aegis of SCOPE (Standing Conference the supervision of a lady doctor and one of Public Enterprises). HAL is a Member of female attendant. Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of the WIPS Forum. Based on the guidelines, Management Studies, University of Mumbai, necessary steps have been taken to prevent conducted training programmes for women sexual harassment of Women at workplace. employees of the company.

17.16 Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL): 17.21 A Women Cell, headed by the Over the years, women in BEL have come a Officer of the rank of GM, has been set up to long way and at present there are women deliberate on ways and means of promoting GM and AGM, Senior DGMs, DGMs, and the growth and development of women Managers across Units. Company have WIPS employees towards harnessing their full representatives to carry out WIPS activities potential. A database has been prepared in their Unit apart from Co-ordinator and to collect comprehensive information on treasurer nominated by BEL Bangalore. the profile of women employees to evolve meaningful policy in order to improve the 17.17 During the year 2008-09 training status and position of women employees. programme and Guest lectures were Similarly, a Standing Committee on Redressal scheduled exclusively for women on various of Complaints of Sexual Harassment has also subjects of specific interest such as self- been constituted. development, health approach, family counseling, managing adolescent children, 17.22 Goa Shipyard Limited(GSL): Workshop safety at home, nurturing nutrition in family for “Self Help Group” to encourage women etc. for work avenues and financial independence has been organized. GSL is financing NGO 17.18 For prohibition of Sexual Harassment – Asha Sadan, working for rehabilitation of women employees at work place, “Complaints Committee” have been of children of sex workers by providing constituted, headed by a senior Women education, nutrition and vocational training Executive, which is functioning smoothly. at Baina.

17.19 Bharat Earth Movers Limited(BEML): 17.23 Sports Authority of Goa organizes The Company has constituted Women every year Women’s Sports Festival for the Cells in all the Production Units including benefit of women of Mormugao Taluka. Goa Corporate Office to redress the grievances of Shipyard Ltd in addition to giving financial the women employees in line with Supreme support also promotes participation of

201 GSL women employees in various sports 17.26 Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited organized on this occasion. (MIDHANI): Women’s Day was celebrated on March 7, 2009 and lectures by eminent 17.24 Garden Reach Shipbuilders and personalities were organized on this Engineers Limited (GRSE): An 11 member occasion. Complaints Committee, headed by a Lady Officer and with 1 NGO representative DEPARTMENT OF EX-SERVICEMEN has been set up to redress complaints WELFARE of sexual harassment at work place. Periodic workshops are organised to 17.27 Department of Ex-servicemen sensitise employees on their rights and Welfare deals with the rehabilitation and responsibilities. welfare of about twenty lakh ex-servicemen, 17.25 Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL): A four lakh widows of Armed Forces ‘Complaints Committee’ headed by a senior personnel and their families. The schemes woman officer has been constituted to inquire of placement, training, self employment into complaints of sexual harassment. To are available to all ex-servicemen equally encourage women employees, the Company irrespective of their gender. However, accords necessary facilities for participation keeping in view the special attention which in the conferences/ programmes organized needs to be given to women, the Rajya by CPSU forum i.e., Women In Public Sector Sainik Boards (RSBs) are encouraged to (WIPS) and celebrates International Women’s have women officials on their staff to attend Day. Special empowerment programmes to their problems/ grievances. A beginning are being organized/ offered to the women has also been made by posting a lady employees. officer in Kendirya Sainik Board.

202 Appendix-I

MATTERS DEALT WITH BY THE DEPARTMENTS OF THE MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

A. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE 11. Hydrographic Surveys and preparation (Raksha Vibhag) of navigational charts. 12. Formation of Cantonments, 1. Defence of India and every part delimitation/ excision of Cantonment areas, thereof including preparation for defence and local self-government in such areas, the all such acts as may be conducive in times of constitution and powers within such areas war to its prosecution and after its termination of Cantonment Boards and authorities and to effective demobilization. the regulation of house accommodation 2. The Armed Forces of the Union, (including the control of rents) in such areas. namely, the Army, the Navy and the Air 13. Acquisition, requisitioning, custody Force. and relinquishment of land and property for 3. Integrated Headquarters of the Ministry defence purposes. Eviction of unauthorized of Defence comprising of Army Headquarters, occupants from defence land and property. Naval Headquarters, Air Headquarters and 14. Defence Accounts Department. Defence Staff Headquarters. 15. Purchase of food stuffs for military 4. The Reserves of the Army, Navy and requirements and their disposal excluding Air Force. those entrusted to Department of Food and 5. The Territorial Army. Public Distribution. 6. The National Cadet Corps. 16. All matters relating to Coast Guard 7. Works relating to Army, Navy and Air Organisation, including :- Force. (i) Surveillance of maritime zones 8. Remounts, Veterinary and Farms against oil spills; Organisation. (ii) Combating oil spills in various 9. Canteen Stores Department (India). maritime zones, except in the waters of ports and within 500 meters of 10. Civilian Services paid from Defence off-shore exploration and production Estimates. platforms, coastal refineries and

203 associated facilities such as Single 8. Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited. Buoy Mooring (SBM), Crude Oil 9. Defence Quality Assurance Terminal (COT) and pipelines; Organizations including Directorate General (iii) Central Coordinating Agency for of Quality Assurance and Directorate General Combating of Oil Pollution in the of Aeronautical Quality Assurance. coastal and marine environment of 10. Standardisation of defence equipment various maritime zones; and stores including Directorate of Standardisation. (iv) Implementation of National Contingency Plan for oil spill 11. Bharat Earth Movers Limited. disaster; and 12. Development of aeronautics industry (v) Undertaking oil spill prevention and co-ordination among users other than and control, inspection of ships and those concerned with the Ministry of Civil Aviation and the Department of Space. offshore platforms in the country, except within the limits of ports 13. Indigenisation, development and as empowered by the Merchant production of defence equipment and Shipping Act, 1958 (44 of 1958). participation of the private sector in the manufacture of defence equipment. 17. Matters relating to diving and related activities in the country. 14. Defence exports and international cooperation in defence production. 18. Procurement exclusive to the Defence Services. C. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT B. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE (Raksha Anusandhan Tatha Vikas Vibhag) PRODUCTION (Raksha Utpadan Vibhag) 1. Apprising, assessing and advising Raksha Mantri on the influence on National 1. Ordnance Factory Board and Security of emerging developments in Ordnance Factories. Science and Technology. 2. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited. 2. Rendering advice to Raksha Mantri 3. Bharat Electronics Limited. and to the three services and inter-services 4. Mazagon Docks Limited. organizations on all scientific aspects of 5. Garden Reach Shipbuilders and weapons; weapon platforms; military Engineers Limited. operations; surveillance; support and logistics in all likely threats of conflict. 6. Goa Shipyard Limited. 3. To function, with the concurrence of 7. Bharat Dynamics Limited. the Ministry of External Affairs, as the nodal

204 co-ordinating agency of the Ministry of 12. Financial and other material assistance Defence on all matters relating to Instruments to individuals, institutions and bodies of Accord with foreign Governments corporate, for study and for the training relating to the acquisition of technologies of manpower on aspects of Science and whose export to India is the subject of Technology that bear on national security. national security related controls of foreign 13. In consultation with the Ministry of Governments. External Affairs, international relations in 4. Formulation and execution of matters connected with the role of Science and programmes of scientific research and design, Technology in national security including :- development, test and evaluation, in fields of (i) matters relating to relations relevance to national security. with Research Organizations of 5. Direction and administration of other countries and with Inter- agencies, laboratories, establishments, ranges, governmental agencies, particularly facilities, programmes and projects of the those which concern themselves, Department. inter alia, with the scientific and 6. Aeronautical Development Agency. technological aspects of national 7. All matters relating to certification of security. the design air worthiness of military aircraft, (ii) arrangements with Universities, their equipment and stores. educational and research-oriented 8. All matters relating to the protection institutions or bodies corporate and transfer of technology generated by the abroad to provide for foreign activities of the Department. scholarships and the training of 9. Scientific analysis support and Indian scientists and technologists participation in the acquisition and evaluation under the administrative control of proceedings of all weapon systems and the Department. related technologies proposed to be acquired 14. Execution of works and purchase by the Ministry of Defence. of lands debitable to the budget of the 10. To render advice on the technological Department. and intellectual property aspects of the import of technology by production units 15. All matters relating to personnel under and enterprises manufacturing, or proposing the control of the Department. to manufacture, equipment and stores for the 16. Acquisition of all types of stores, Armed Services. equipment and services debitable to the 11. To deal with reference made under budget of the Department. section 35 of the Patents Act, 1970 (39 of 17. Financial sanctions relating to the 1970). Department.

205 18. Any other activity assigned to, 2. To render financial advice to the and accepted by the Department through various functionaries of Ministry of Defence understandings or arrangements with any and the Service Headquarters. other Ministry, Department, Agency of the 3. To act as integrated Finance Division Government of India whose activities have of Ministry of Defence. a bearing on the scientific and technological aspects of national security. 4. To assist in the formulation and implementation of all schemes/proposals D. DEPARTMENT OF EX-SERVICEMEN WELFARE involving expenditure. (Poorva Senani Kalyan Vibhag) 5. To assist in the formulation and implementation of Defence Plans. 1. Matters relating to Armed Forces Veterans (Ex-Servicemen) including 6. To prepare Defence budget and other pensioners. estimates for the Defence Services, Civil Estimates of Ministry of Defence, estimates in 2. Armed Forces Veterans (Ex- respect of Defence Pensions and to monitor Servicemen) Contributory Health Scheme. the progress of the schemes against the 3. Matters relating to Directorate General budget. of Resettlement and Kendriya Sainik Board. 7. To exercise post-budget vigilance to 4. Administration of:- ensure that there are neither considerable (a) the Pension Regulations for the Army, shortfalls in expenditure nor unforeseen 1961 (Parts I and II); excesses. (b) the Pension Regulations for the Air 8. To advise heads of branches of the Force, 1961 (Parts I and II); Armed Forces Headquarters in the discharge (c) the Navy (Pension) Regulations, 1964; of their financial responsibility. and 9. To function as the accounting authority (d) the Entitlement Rules to Casualty for Defence Services. Pensionary Awards to the Armed Forces 10. To prepare the Appropriation Accounts Personnel, 1982. for the Defence Services. E. DEFENCE (FINANCE) DIVISION 11. To discharge the responsibility for (Raksha Vitta Prabhag) payments and internal audit of Defence 1. To examine all Defence matters having expenditure through the Controller General a financial bearing. of Defence Accounts.

206 Appendix - Ii

MINISTERS, CHIEFS OF STAFF AND SECRETARIES WHO WERE IN POSITION FROM JANUARY 1, 2008 ONWARDS

RAKSHA MANTRI Shri A. K. Antony From October 24, 2006 onwards

RAKSHA UTPADAN RAJYA MANTRI Rao Inderjit Singh From January 29, 2006 onwards

RAKSHA RAJYA MANTRI Shri M.M. Pallam Raju From January 29, 2006 onwards

DEFENCE SECRETARY CHIEF OF ARMY STAFF Shri Vijay Singh General Deepak Kapoor, From July 31(AN), 2007 onwards PVSM, AVSM, SM, VSM, ADC From September 30 (AN), 2007onwards

SECRETARY DEFENCE PRODUCTION CHIEF OF NAVAL STAFF Shri Pradeep Kumar Admiral Sureesh Mehta From January 1(AN), 2008 onwards PVSM, AVSM, ADC From October 31 (AN), 2006 onwards

SECRETARY EX-SERVICEMEN WELFARE CHIEF OF AIR STAFF Dr. Satyanarayana Dash Air Chief Marshal F.H. Major, From December 31, 2007 to March 03, 2008 PVSM,AVSM, SC, VM, ADC From March 31(AN), 2007 onwards Smt. Deepa Jain Singh From March 20, 2008 to July 31, 2008 Shri Siddhartha Mahavir Acharya From August 28, 2008 onwards

SECRETARY (DR&D) AND SCIENTIFIC ADVISOR TO RAKSHA MANTRI Shri M. Natarajan From August 31, 2004 onwards

FINANCIAL ADVISOR(DEFENCE SERVICES) Smt. N.K. Narang From July 1, 2007 to March 31, 2008 Smt. H.K. Pannu From April 1, 2008 to March 31, 2009

207 Appendix-iii SUMMARY OF LATEST COMPTROLLER & AUDITOR GENERAL (C&AG) REPORT ON THE WORKING OF MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

Report No. CA 4 of 2008: Union Government (Defence Services) Army and Ordnance Factories.

II Ministry of Defence crore either in inspection or by end users in respect of ten contracts valuing Rs. 48.88 Para 2.1 Irregularities in procurement of crore concluded for the years 2002-06. Items Bullet Proof Vehicles worth Rs. 9.98 crore were accepted after re- inspection or by levying small penalty. The Ministry of Defence procured 200 Bullet Proof Vehicles (BPV) worth Rs. 31.64 crore in Para 3.2 Avoidable extra expenditure in July 2005 from a private firm. These vehicles procurement of blankets. were reported defective by the users. Besides compromising safety Army HQ, citing urgency Director General of Ordnance Services of requirement favoured the procurement (DGOS) initially did not plan properly the of vehicle manufactured by a particular firm. procurement of blankets for troops despite the In addition Director General of Ordnance requirement being projected in October 2001 Services purchased nine BPVs of different type and later projecting emergent requirements from the same firm in February 2007 at the procured Rs. 3.5 lakh blankets from private cost of Rs. 4.12 crore. Extra expenditure of Rs. firms at a rate two times higher than the rate 68 lakh was also incurred by not considering offered by the handloom sector. On one hand, the offer of an Ordnance Factory to supply DGOS incurred extra expenditure of Rs. 9.17 similar vehicles at lower rate. crore on procurement from private firms at higher rate, on the other hand, it could not III Army ensure that the blankets reached the troops on time for winter 2005-06. Thus inefficient Para 3.1 Procurement of special clothing planning and poor procurement management and Mountaineering Equipment by DGOS led to avoidable expenditure and Army HQ has been procuring special inconvenience to troops. clothing for troops deployed in extreme cold Para 3.4 Avoidable loss due to acceptance climate conditions such as Siachen glacier of defective ammunition. for over two decades without any technical specifications and in violation of basic norms Instead of replacing the entire lot of 10,000 of procurement. This resulted in rejection rounds of ammunition supplied by a foreign of special clothing items worth Rs. 28.81 firm which was found defective in receipt

208 inspection, DGOS got only 1071 rounds VI Ordnance Factory Organisation replaced. Later due to an accident in firing, the whole lot was discarded resulting in loss Para 6.1 Performance of Ordnance Factory of Rs. 13.65 crore. Another lot of 10,000 Organisation rounds, which was also found defective in The Ordnance Factory Organization comprising inspection was yet to be discarded, posing a 39 Ordnance Factories with manpower of risk to the safety of troops. 1.12 lakh is engaged in production of arms, ammunition, equipment, clothing etc. primarily IV Works and Military Engineer for the Armed Forces of the country. The value Services of production aggregated to Rs. 7957.53 crore Para 4.1 Misutilisation of Project in 2006-07, which was 09.69 per cent lower Contingencies than the value of production of Rs. 8811.59 crore in 2005-06. Chief Engineer Bhopal misused project contingencies of Rupees one crore of ten The total expenditure of Ordnance Factory different projects executed at different stations Organisation has decreased from Rs.6847.13 for constructing office accommodation crore to Rs.6191.89 crore during 2005-06 to without obtaining sanction of competent 2006-07. financial authority. During 2006-07, production of 117 items Para 4.2 Excess payment due to defective (out of 438 items for which demands existed water meter and targets were fixed) was behind schedule.

Due to delay in replacement of defective During 2006-07, Export target has increased water meter, MES, Jodhpur had to make by 66.67 per cent as compared to 2005-06. excess payment of Rs. 76.24 lakh on account Para 6.3 Abnormal delay in execution of water charges for the period from July 2004 of Ordnance Factory Project to March 2007 to Public Health Engineer Nalanda Department (PHED) Rajasthan. Inadequacies in planning for setting up an V Border Roads Organisation Ordnance Factory at Nalanda for production of bi-modular charge system of ammunition Para 5.1 Avoidable extra expenditure due leading to repeated revisions in the project cost to ambiguities in the contract estimates coupled with failure of the Ministry Ambiguities in the contracts regarding of Defence in firming up their decision specification of steel for use in superstructure regarding enhanced outlay for the project has of two bridges resulted in extra expenditure seriously jeopardized the project. As a result, of Rs. 64.51 lakh besides delay in execution no value for money had been derived from of projects, as the work had to be retendered. the huge investment of Rs. 376.93 crore made

209 as of July 2007. Besides, estimated cost of the procures and maintains inventory of over project has shot up from Rs. 941.13 crore to 20,000 items of Clothing and General Stores Rs. 1570 crore. (GS&C) required for operationalisation of units and upkeep of troops, including Para 6.5 Extra expenditure due to failure special items of clothing and mountaineering to exercise option clause equipment for troops in glacier region. Failure of Ordnance Factory Board to direct There are approximately 20400 GS&C the Ordnance Factory Ambernath to exercise items, which include paint, detergents, option clause in procurement of additional cooking utensils, tentage items, parachute quantity of copper cathode against its existing and personal clothings, special clothing and order on M/s Minerals and Metal Trading mountaineering items for troops operating in Corporation to meet the requirement of Glacier region. Ordnance Factory Katni, despite having an opportunity to do so, resulted in procurement A performance audit of the total Supply of copper cathode by the latter at an Chain Management of these GS&C items additional expenditure of Rs. 7.71 crore. was conducted, covering the entire gamut of provisioning, procurement, stocking, Para 6.10 Idle investment on leasing of issue, utilisation and user satisfaction. The unsuitable land performance audit revealed that the Supply Land acquired on lease by Ordnance Factory Chain Management of General Stores and Board in May 2001 at a cost of Rs. 1.05 crore Clothing (GS&C) in the Army suffered from Kolkata Metropolitan Development from several systemic deficiencies. There Authority for construction of a Guest House, was no effective coordination between seminar-cum-conference room and Exhibition- Central Procurement Cell (CPC) of the cum-Display room at Kolkata yielded no value Army HQ and lower echelons resulting in for money, as it could not achieve the intended local purchases valuing Rs. 169.37 crore objectives on account of its unsuitability for remaining unreported. This deficiency in constructing buildings. Further, the possibility the provisioning process entails the risk of of alternate use is also uncertain in view of substantial overprovisioning of items by Ordnance Factory Board acquiring another five acres of land at a different locality in CPC. Director General Ordnance Services Kolkata to meet the intended objective. at Army HQ inducted new products such as Prefabricated Huts, Superior Blankets Performance Audit Barrack, Detergents, Superior Paints, and Supply Chain Management of General Stores Modular Gloves at a total cost of Rs. 89 and Clothing in the Army crore, without need analysis, trial evaluation and revision of scales. The present system of Clothing and General Stores are important GS&C procurements being highly centralised, requirements for the Army. The Army

210 is unable to process procurements within the procured 20,741 Tents from trade at the cost prescribed lead time. Hence, 67 per cent of of Rs. 54.48 crore during 2006-07 denying the orders could not be placed within the orders to Ordnance Factories. Army HQ also given lead time, thus delaying procurement ignored request of DGOF for placement of of stores and their supply to troops. GOC- orders, and procured 4,750 Cover Water in-C, Northern Command procured 25,754 Proof valuing Rs. 2.65 crore from trade. Bullet Proof Jackets valuing Rs. 58.92 crore from a private firm at higher rates without Computerisation and modernisation of the giving details of the actual specifications and ordnance supplies have been undertaken by waiving the requirement of inspection by without developing an appropriate and robust Director General Quality Assurance resulting transportation model and a comprehensive in extra expenditure of about Rs. 13 crore business process reengineering for non-war apart from lack of quality assurance of the like GS&C items. Several attempts of Army critical items supplied to the troops for use in HQ over the last 40 years to modernise have operational area. been ad-hoc, directionless and fraught with time and cost overrun. In addition to diverting Army HQ failed to ensure timely procurement 432 personnel and after spending Rs. 243 of Special Clothing and Mountaineering crore, no measurable benefits were visible as items used in operational areas like Siachen resulting in stock out levels of these critical of January 2008. items being as high as 44 to 70 per cent. To Basic objectives of operating a multi-echelon meet shortage of these items, Army resorted stocking and distribution system with to the unauthorised practice of issuing partly predetermined levels of maintenance stock worn stores (PWS) to the troops in the glacier holding to ensure ready availability of the region. Such practice of recycling of special right material at the right place and at the clothing items is not desirable on grounds of right time to the troops were not achieved hygiene, operational suitability and overall morale of the troops. User survey conducted fully as there were persistent shortages of by Audit showed that 50 per cent of divisions/ stores in the depots and 30 per cent of the regiments were not satisfied with the quality user demands remained unmet, troops in and fitting of the clothing supplied. the glacier region had to manage with old worn out clothing and there was high level of Army placed orders on trade in preference dissatisfaction amongst the troops about the to Ordnance Factory leading to loss of quality of clothing supplied. productive capacity of Ordnance Factories which have been set up as dedicated source [Chapter-I of Report No. PA 4 of 2008 for manufacture and supply to Army and other Army and Ordnance Factories (Performance Services. DGOS and Army Commanders Audit)]

211 Life Sciences Laboratories of DRDO per cent of the products developed during the last 17 years were in use by the Armed Life Sciences Group (LSG) laboratories under Forces. The Integrated Research Council, Defence Research Development Organisation meant for co-ordination between the users, (DRDO) are engaged in research and viz. three Services and DRDO had not met development work in the field of agriculture, regularly as prescribed showing lack of user food, life support systems, nuclear medicine, participation. Transfer of technology could be psychology and physiology of troops in achieved only for 50 per cent of the products diverse climatic conditions including high developed by the labs. Adequate attention altitudes. Two categories of projects viz. Staff has not been paid to patenting of the products Projects and R&D Projects are undertaken developed. Similarly, insufficient attention by these labs. Staff Projects are invariably was paid to filing and securing patents for the taken up at the instance of Services against products/technologies developed by DRDO. existing or futuristic needs and are expected to achieve qualitative requirements projected [Chapter-II of Report No. PA 4 of 2008 by them. Army and Ordnance Factories (Performance Audit)] A performance audit, focusing on relevance of R & D activities of the LSG labs to the Manufacture and issue of 23mm and 30mm Armed Forces, indicated the following: Ammunition in ordnance factories

The project planning in LSG labs lacked user Ordnance Factories manufacture 23 mm and focus as an overwhelming number of projects 30 mm ammunition for the Armed Forces. taken up were not based on requirements 23 mm ammunition is fired from Schilka given by the users and were focused on pure four barreled gun to protect armoured troops research and development. Adherence to against enemy air attacks by destroying Plan was poor as 30 per cent of the planned low flying air targets and ground targets. projects were not taken up for implementation 30 mm ammunition is used in Automatic and, more than 50 per cent of the projects Gun mounted on Infantry Combat Vehicle undertaken by labs were unplanned and against light armoured targets, soft skinned adhoc. Proper linkages between Plan and targets, personnel at certain range and low Budget were not established as budgetary flying aircraft at single shot firing as wellas allocations to the labs were made on lump automatic firing. sum basis instead of adopting a system of Performance audit of the manufacture and project-wise allocations as planned. Most issue of 23 mm and 30 mm ammunition by of the products developed by the Life the ordnance factories covering the period Sciences Labs of DRDO were not exclusively 2002-07 disclosed the following: applicable to Armed Forces in that only 29

212 Ordnance Factory Board (OFB) failed to Metal & Steel Factory and Ordnance redeploy resources for production of demand Factory Badmal circumvented the laid intensive 23 mm ammunition from the down procedure and suppressed the excess surplus resources available for production of consumption of materials/ components 30 mm ammunition, though there has been valuing Rs. 6.84 crore in production. declining trend in demand for the latter. Even Due to excessive rejection rate, OFB suffered the committed quantity for production and loss of Rs. 99.11 crore in the production and supply of 23 mm ammunition to the Army issue of 23 mm and 30 mm ammunition could not be supplied by OFB, resulting in during 2002-07. avoidable import of ammunition worth Rs. 44.72 crore. There was abnormal variation in cost of production of the same item in different There was mismatch in the production of factories, under-recovery of cost of Rs. components in the component manufacturing 23.24 crore due to fixation of lower issue factories and ammunition in the filling price by OFB and high cost of production factories. This weakness in production of ammunition/components in ordnance planning led to the idling of production factories compared to trade. capacity in the first two quarters of each production year besides uneven production [Chapter-IV of Report No. PA 4 of 2008 in both component and filling factories. Army and Ordnance Factories (Performance Audit)] OFB allotted production target to component manufacturing factory without assessing Summary of Important Audit Observations actual requirement and the available stock by C&AG of India in filling factories. This resulted in avoidable production and stock holdings in different Audit Report containing results of audit of stages. These coupled with inefficient and Ministry of Defence in so far as they relate uneconomic production led to avoidable to Air Force, Navy and associated DRDOs production/extra expenditure of Rs. 12.91 for the year ended March 2007 (Report No. crore. CA 5 of 2008) was presented in both houses of Parliament on 14 March 2008. Some of Three factories (Metal & Steel Factory, the important audit findings included in the Ordnance Factory Khamaria and Gun & Shell Report are indicated below: Factory) issued warrants to production shops I. Upgradation of an Aircraft without extract from OFB or Inter Factory Demand (IFD) from sister factories, resulting IAF’s Aircraft ‘A’ upgrade programme in un-necessary production of components approved in August 1999 at a cost of Rs. worth Rs. 12.09 crore. 430 crore will have limited viability as

213 inherent problems being faced by the Aircraft the aircraft and Self Protection Suite was and engines have not been resolved. The inordinately delayed leading to a total cost feasibility of the project was doubtful ab-initio escalation of USD 19.70 million. In addition, and considerable time overruns would further even after four years of the existing VIP dilute benefits of the project as the upgraded aircraft becoming unsuitable for VIP flights, aircraft would have a very short residual life. replacement aircraft are yet to be inducted. Reductions in scope of the upgrade with the Procurement of a third additional aircraft as stand by arrangement costing Rs. 312.44 intent to contain costs have also truncated crore was avoidable. Despite spending Rs. the envisaged role of the aircraft projected 936.93 crore, newly acquired VIP aircraft to the sanctioning authority. Besides, even will not be used for international travel the limited number of aircraft modified were necessitating continued use of Air India accepted by IAF with restrictions. Project aircraft with all its adverse consequences. costs were severely understated and would actually be over Rs. 900 crore i.e. more than (Paragraph 2.1) two times the approved cost while various III. Acquisition of Landing Platform Dock unamortised and hidden cost remained out of the ambit of the project. Advance payment Navy acquired an ageing 36 years old of Rs. 156 crore to HAL even before approval foreign ship from a foreign Government after by the sanctioning authority was in violation refurbishment at a cost of USD 50.63 million of budgetary and financial controls. Failure without physical assessment of the ship. Poor to conclude a contract with HAL even after condition of the ship entailed significant eight years of approval of the Project vitiated changes in the scope of the refurbishment the control framework of the project. work with cost of refurbishment, repairs, etc going up from USD 15 million to USD (Paragraph 2.6) 36.94 million. Navy did not bring all costs II. Acquisition of VIP Boeing Business Jets for consideration of the Competent Authority while seeking approval. Ministry concluded a contract with M/s. Boeing Company of USA for acquisition of (Paragraph 2.3) three Boeing Business Jets at an aggregated IV. Delay in replacement of obsolete and cost of Rs. 936.93 crore for VIP use to replace decommissioned radars in IAF. two existing Boeings of the Communication Squadron of IAF. The acquisition process Ministry concluded a contract with Hindustan for the VIP aircraft deviated from laid down Aeronautics Limited in March 2002 for procedures and well-recognized norms of procurement of 17 Precision Approach propriety. Supplies valuing USD 50 million Radars at an aggregated cost of Rs.193.10 were contracted without the benefit of crore. Acquisition of these critical Radars to competition. Besides, the acquisition of both replace obsolete/ decommissioned radars was

214 considerably delayed and Air Force bases are airborne targets for training of aircrew and operating flights with old radars, identified as ground crew in air-to-air and surface-to-air obsolete sixteen years ago, with operational weaponry. Although design and development limitations. The acquisition process also of PTA commenced in 1980, DRDO and deviated from the prescribed procedure. HAL failed to provide an indigenous PTA Further, of the ten radars delivered by HAL to meet the training needs of IAF even after only one could be made functional, that too, a lapse of 27 years and after an expenditure with intermittent failure and remaining nine radars costing Rs. 100.52 crore are yet to be of Rs. 165 crore. Despite the fact that initial commissioned. development of a prototype failed to fully meet the Qualitative Requirements of IAF, (Paragraph 2.2) DRDO went ahead with limited series V. Lack of transparency in awarding a production of PTAs. Further, clearance by Contract the Ministry for bulk production without evaluating the performance of limited Ministry concluded a contract with M/s ABG series production of PTA indicated serious Shipyard Ltd., a private shipyard in March flaws in development of technology and 2004 for acquisition of three pollution the production programme. Sub-optimal control vessels for the Coast Guard. The acquisition process followed by Coast Guard performance of three delivered PTAs led HQ lacked transparency and deviated from to IAF putting on hold its acceptance of prescribed purchase procedures, which also the balance 12 PTAs ordered on HAL. IAF contributed to delay. Flaws and distortions in also withdrew its commitment to the PTA-II the procedures adopted by the Coast Guard programme in favour of imports. The basic and the Ministry yielded no assurance that objective of providing IAF with realistic the decision taken to award a contract worth airborne target for weapon training hence Rs. 368 crore for building specialized vessels remained unfulfilled seriously affecting to a private shipyard was technically sound training efforts. and financially prudent. This is corroborated by the unsatisfactory progress of the project (Paragraph 2.5) leading to revision in delivery schedule of the vessels. Payment of Rs. 221 crore released to VII. Delay in Procurement, Installation and Commissioning of a Training Simulator the shipyard is not commensurate with the milestones specified. Ministry concluded a contract in March (Paragraph 5.1) 2004 with M/s. TSL Technologies Ltd, New Delhi to upgrade, at a cost of Rs 31 crore, VI. Sub-optimal performance of Pilotless an existing simulator installed in a Naval Target Aircraft Training Establishment. Simulator, considered Pilotless Target Aircraft (PTA) are required by vital for the training of pilots and observers of Indian Air Force (IAF) for providing realistic Seaking helicopter, could not be upgraded

215 and inducted into the Indian Navy even of a type of gun without proper clearance after a lapse of a decade and expenditure of its prototype. Acceptance of guns costing of Rs. 18.52 crores affecting the quality of Rs. 28.44 crore by Directorate of Naval training. Associated costs of over Rs. 3 crores Armament Inspection from the Ordnance due to usage of helicopters could have been Factory, for issue to Navy and Coast Guard avoided had the project been completed on was improper as the weapon platform is time. Related developments may lead to incomplete without an accompanying cancelling of the contract with extra financial stabilized optronic pedestal compromising implication of Rs. 18.50 crores, without operational effectiveness, thus defeating the ultimately achieving the objective. purpose of procuring these guns.

(Paragraph 2.8) (Paragraph 2.4)

VIII. Delay in setting up of Overhaul X. Upgradation of an Airport of Indian facilities Navy

A project conceived in 1986 for the Government sanctioned up-gradation of an augmentation of repair and overhaul of Gas existing Naval Airport jointly used by Airport Turbine (GTs) for a class of ships in the Navy Authority of India in October 2002 at an awaits completion even after two decades. As estimated cost of Rs. 191.52 crore. Lack of a result of lack of synchronization of various integrated approach, synchronization and project activities, equipment and spares deficiency in planning on the part of Navy procured at a cost of Rs. 21.16 crore have led to delay in construction of magazines and remained unutilised for eight years since the relocation of a Naval Armament Depot. As date of purchase. Even after the completion of the risk factors for both aircrafts and explosive the project, its utility to the Navy will remain stores still exist, the upgraded airport is limited as the GTs have already received not usable for operation by the Long Range their scheduled overhaul from the OEM and Maritime Reconnaissance aircraft of the Navy benefits accrued from the project will be as well as bigger aircrafts of the civil airlines. marginal as more than half of the service life As such, value for money for the investment of the ships, for which the facility is being of Rs. 145.16 crore remains unrealised. created, would be over. (Paragraph 4.4) (Paragraph 2.7) XI. Non-crediting of Cash Flow Benefit to IX. Procurement of unsuitable Guns for IAF Navy and Coast Guard Organization Ministry paid Rs. 370 crore as an advance to Navy as well as Coast Guard placed orders Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) in 1998-99 on an Ordnance Factory, for manufacture against a missile project for IAF. BDL passed

216 on cash flow benefit of Rs. 52.19 crore to IAF While punitive action taken by Air HQ was till March 2003. After 2002-03, BDL did not ineffective being tentative and inadequate, pass on the cash flow benefit to IAF against the company was awarded further contracts the advance held by them. As a result, IAF for supply of equipment and spares for IAF by was deprived of revenue to the extent of Rs. the Ministry and Air HQ. The firm also failed 91.33 crore which could have been ploughed to supply 12 out of 82 lines of spares and back into the project with diminishing equipment contracted for. financial liability to IAF. (Paragraph 3.2)

(Paragraph 3.7) XIV. Unauthorised erection of Antenna on a defence building XII. Non-recovery of interest due on ad-hoc advance An Air Force station violated canons of Under a sanction accorded by the Ministry, financial propriety and disregarded security safeguards by allowing a private company the Controller of Defence Accounts released to erect an antenna on a defence building an interest bearing ad-hoc advance of Rs. located in a sensitive security zone. Even 113.40 crore in March 2002 to Bharat though the company is exploiting facilities Electronics Limited against a project. Despite of public property, payments made by the clear provision in the contract, Controller of company are regularly being deposited in the Defence Accounts failed to recover interest non-public account of the Air Force station. of Rs. 46.70 crore from BEL on the adhoc Air Force Officers have also been provided advance provided to the company. mobile phones free of cost by the company. The case needs detailed probe to fix (Paragraph 3.6) responsibility for the violation and omission. XIII. Procurement of sub standard components for a helicopter (Paragraph 3.9)

Ministry concluded a contract in October XV. Excess procurement of imported spares 2003 with Indo Russian Aviation Limited, Material Organisation, Kochi and Naval HQ a joint venture company for procurement worked out requirement for nine items of of rotables for helicopter ‘D’ at a cost of Rs. spares even though there was no demand 12.43 crore. Fuel Control Units were supplied outstanding for those spares revealing by IRAL from an unreliable source and were deficiency in provisioning. Failure to correctly found to be substandard exposing helicopter assess the requirement of spares resulted in ‘D’ to flight safety hazard and the helicopters excess procurement, costing Rs. 6.20 crore. had to be grounded for want of FCUs. Five The spares have remained unutilized since Auxiliary Power Units costing Rs. 1.06 their procurement in 2004-2006. crore also failed and are yet to be replaced. (Paragraph 4.3)

217 XVI. Non-realisation of revenue from foreign supplier. As a result, the Directorate disposal of felled trees imported 1470 Nickel Cadmium Cells at a To establish a Naval Academy at Ezhimala, price nearly three times higher than the rates project authorities had cut large number of approved indigenous cells, entailing an of trees for site clearance. Failure of DEO extra avoidable expenditure of Rs. 1.31 crore. Chennai to fix the minimum reserve price (Paragraph 4.2) and consequential delay in disposal of 25,605 felled trees led to non-realisation of XIX. Procurement of spares for Off-shore Patrol Vessels revenue to the extent of Rs. 1.87 crore by the Navy. Naval authorities also failed to Three Off-shore Patrol Vessels of the Coast make compensatory afforestation equal to ten Guard became due for their 24000 hourly times the number of trees cut, thus defying routine between April 2006 and January the above requirement of the Ministry of 2007. Owing to faulty maintenance planning Environment subject to which the project was and delays in taking up the scheduled cleared. maintenance routine of engines of the vessels, spares worth Rs. 7.90 crore remain (Paragraph 4. 7) unutilized. Further, over provisioning of XVII. Express procurement of gear boxes for spares led to avoidable expenditure of Rs. 57 an Aircraft lakh.

Ministry placed an order in June 2005 on (Paragraph 5.2) a foreign firm for procurement of 44 gear boxes for an aircraft of the IAF. Audit scrutiny XX. Management of Transport in Air HQ and other IAF Units located in New revealed that failure of IAF to ensure timely Delhi repair and inadequate planning for technical life extension of gear boxes already held by Air Force Station possesses a large IAF led to avoidable procurement of 44 gear fleet of passenger vehicles and huge boxes at a cost of Rs. 164.78 crore. establishment of MT drivers above the sanctioned establishment in violation of (Paragraph 3.1) rules thereby flouting economy measures XVIII. Avoidable expenditure on import of of the Government. Indiscriminate use of Nikel Cadmium Cells service vehicles resulted in unauthorised exploitation entailing an extra expenditure Despite instances of procurement of Nickel of Rs. 5.60 crore during the last three years Cadmium Cells from the indigenous sources, which was unauthorisedly regularised by Air Directorate of Naval Air Material overlooked HQ. the existence of the approved indigenous firms whose rates were much lower than the (Paragraph 3.10)

218 Audit Report No. CA 12 of 2008 isolated islands of automation. Acquisition (Regularity Audit) and implementation of ERP package and utilisation of financial module of IFS at three Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers pilot sites was reviewed and following were Limited observed:

Material management in ERP system • Selection process of ERP software was not transparent as the implementing Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers partner was also involved as consultant Limited incurred Rs.3.76 crore upto June in assessment and finalisation of 2007 for the implementation of Phase-I of software. The Company did not obtain ERP system covering the operationalisation the System Design documentation and was wholly dependent on the vendor of Material Management Module. IT audit of resulting in additional burden of the application revealed deficiencies in the recurring expenditure. customisation of the system and there were • IT policy including IT security policy instances of inadequate input and validation was not formulated. controls which inhibited accurate and timely • Physical and logical controls were capture of data. There were deficiencies in weak and the data had not been security settings which exposed the system properly classified for its criticality and to the risk of unauthorized access and sensitivity. manipulation. The system could not carry • System design deficiencies led to out the function of inventory valuation in manual interventions to reconcile the accordance with the accounting policy of the system balances and accounts balances. Company. Thus the system was not being Audit Report No. CA 11 of 2008 utilized to its fullest extent. (Regularity Audit)

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, Bangalore Bharat Earth Movers Limited

Financial module under ERP package Acceptance of advance without confirmation of rate of interest resulted in unnecessary Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (Company) interest payment of Rs.7.54 crore. implemented Industrial Finance System (Para 8.1.1) (IFS) an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) package in three pilot sites (i.e.) Corporate Delay in initiating action to amend liquidated Office, Aircraft Division and Helicopter damages clause as sought for by the propriety Division between July 2004 and January 2006 item supplier resulted in delayed receipt of with the objective of implementing uniform CKD components and foregoing of Rs.4.44 procedure and practices, on-line information crore. for decision making and elimination of (Para 8.1.2)

219 Hindustan Aeronautics Limited in forfeiture of revenue of Rs.5.53 crore to the Company. The Company incurred avoidable expenditure (Para 8.2.2) of Rs.5.99 crore due to lapse in evaluation of tender and awarding the contract to SVEC The Company instead of restricting the Construction Limited. procurement of SNFA bearings for service evaluation test alone went ahead and (Para 8.2.1) procured bulk quantity without clearance of AHQ resulting in unproductive inventory of The Company repaired 11 engines on free Rs.5.08 crore. of cost basis though the defects were not precisely established on its part. This resulted (Para 8.2.3)

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