In a significant advancement for the Indian Navy, the Ministry of Defence has entered into a ₹449 crore contract with Bengaluru-based Accord Software and Systems Private Limited (ASSPL) for the procurement of 20 Enhanced Capability Global Navigation Satellite System (ECGNSS) Jammers. The agreement was formalized in New Delhi, with Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh present at the signing ceremony.
This procurement is a notable step towards enhancing the electronic warfare capabilities of the Indian Navy, utilizing indigenous technology. The contract has been processed under the Buy (Indian–Indigenously Designed, Developed and Manufactured) category, ensuring a minimum indigenous content of 75 percent. This decision reflects the government’s ongoing commitment to self-reliance in defence production, aligning with recent strategic initiatives aimed at boosting domestic manufacturing.
The ECGNSS Jammers are specifically engineered to disrupt the acquisition and tracking of satellite navigation signals used by adversaries’ Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receivers. Featuring advanced signal spoofing and deceptive jamming capabilities, the jammers will enable naval platforms to operate efficiently in contested and electronically demanding environments.
Defence officials have indicated that the deployment of these jammers will significantly enhance the operational safety and survivability of Indian Navy warships. By improving their ability to counter emerging electronic and navigation threats, the jammers are expected to augment the mission effectiveness of the Navy in various multi-threat scenarios.
The acquisition is poised to fortify India’s maritime security framework by equipping naval vessels with sophisticated technologies capable of denying, disrupting, and deceiving hostile navigation and positioning systems during operational engagements. In an era where modern military strategies increasingly depend on satellite-based navigation and targeting, electronic warfare solutions like the ECGNSS Jammers have become essential tools in safeguarding naval assets and ensuring operational dominance.
This move aligns closely with the government’s broader objectives under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India initiatives, paving the way for indigenous development and production of cutting-edge defence technologies. The contract is expected to foster the growth of India’s defence industrial ecosystem while diminishing reliance on imported electronic warfare systems. It also underscores the burgeoning role of Indian private sector companies in delivering advanced defence solutions for the nation’s Armed Forces.
Officials highlighted that this initiative marks another milestone in efforts to enhance indigenous content in defence procurement while accelerating the development of homegrown capabilities across all branches of the military. The signing of this contract epitomizes India’s dedication to modernizing its armed forces through domestic technologies and fortifying the nation’s long-term defence and maritime security readiness.
