| Publication |
2012.
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| Summary/Abstract |
India's defense acquisition system has evolved over the years and now consists of
hierarchical and institutional structures and detailed procedures. The evolved system
has created an atmosphere for undertaking acquisition in a more methodical,
process-oriented and objective manner. The success of the evolved system is evident
from its ability to execute orders worth billions of dollars every year. However,
despite all the success of the evolved system there are certain weak areas that demand
reforms to make the system more accountable and deliver within a prescribed time
frame by optimally utilizing the available resources. Among others, the arms
acquisition needs to flow from a strong planning process that is presently constrained
to bring in the required inter- and intra-service prioritization of weapons acquisition
and ensure holistic development of national capability. The formulation of weapons
systems' requirements-a critical stage of the acquisition cycle, which is presently
carried out within the individual armed forces with inherent weaknesses-needs to
be undertaken preferably by a dedicated and professional body. The accountability
of acquisition also needs to be strengthened by bringing about a centralized, integrated
and professional agency with the responsibility of ensuring timely acquisition.
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