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Context: The Defence Ministry placed an order with the Heavy Vehicle Factory (HVF), Avadi, for the supply of 118 indigenous Arjun Mk-1A Main Battle Tanks for the Army at a cost of ₹7,523 crore.

Arjun Mk-1A Main Battle Tanks

• The state–of-the-art MBT Mk-1A is a new variant of Arjun tank designed to enhance fire power, mobility and survivability.
• Infused with 72 new features and more indigenous content from the Mk-1 variant, the tank would ensure effortless mobility in all terrains, besides precise target engagement during day and night.
• The MBT Arjun Mk-1A was designed and developed by the Combat Vehicles Research and Development Establishment (CVRDE) along with the other laboratories of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).

• The Mk-1A has been customized for missile firing and the advanced GMS has a built-in laser target designator. The missile is under development by the Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE), Pune.

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/defence-ministry-places-7523-crore-order-for-118-indigenous-arjun-mk-1a-tanks/article36632889.ece

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