Project Kusha Air Defence System
•India is developing Project Kusha, an indigenous long-range surface-to-air missile (SAM) system similar to the Russian S-400 Triumf.
•Expected to reduce dependence on foreign defence systems, particularly the Russian S-400.
•The S-400 Triumf, acquired from Russia, has been deployed at strategic locations to counter threats from Pakistan and China.
1. Overview of Project Kusha
•Led by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
•Aims to develop a highly advanced air defence system capable of countering aerial threats like drones, aircraft, and missiles.
•Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) is a key development partner, working on radars and control systems.
Financial and Military Implications
•Project Kusha is expected to cost around ₹40,000 crore.
Expected to be fully operational by 2028-29, marking a major milestone in India’s defence capabilities.
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