The Ministry of Defence signed a contract with Bharat Dynamics Limited for supply of 4960 MILAN-2T Anti-Tank Guided Missiles to Indian Army. The Bharat Dynamics Limited will supply the missiles at a cost of 1188 crore rupees. It is a repeat order of contract, which was signed with Bharat Dynamics Limited on 8th March, 2016.

The Milan-2T is a Tandem Warhead Anti-Tank Guided Missile with a range of one thousand 850 metres. These missiles can be fired from ground as well as vehicle-based launchers. They can be deployed in Anti-Tank Role for both offensive and defensive tasks. It is produced by Bharat Dynamics Limited under license from MBDA Missile Systems, France.

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