Army to procure 170 armored recovery vehicles

Current Affairs, Defence

  • To improve its operational capabilities, the Indian Army has begun the procurement of 170 Armoured Recovery Vehicles (ARVs).
  • The ARVs will be purchased through the ‘Make in India’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ (self-reliance India) programs, according to officials.
  • On September 5, the Request for Information (RFI) or initial tender to acquire 170 ARVs was issued.
  • The RFI specifies that the ARVs must be able to operate in a variety of weather conditions and terrains, including high-altitude mountainous regions.
  • They will also have to work in a variety of weather conditions, both day and night.

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