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The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, granted approval for various proposals worth an estimated cost of about Rs 2.38 lakh crore. This includes S-400 long range surface-to-air missile system and overhaul of Su-30 aero engine aggregates.The council approved Air Defence Tracked System, Armoured Piercing Tank Ammunition, High Capacity Radio Relay, Dhanush Gun System and Runway Independent Aerial Surveillance System for the Indian Army The DAC cleared the procurement of Medium Transport Aircraft, S-400 Long Range Surface-to-Air Missile System, Remotely Piloted Strike Aircraft and overhaul of Su-30 Aero engine Aggregates for the Indian Air Force . The government noted that the induction of Medium Transport Aircraft by replacing the transport fleet of AN32 and IL76 will meet the strategic, tactical and operational airlift requirements of the Air Force Services.The defence council accorded Heavy Duty Air Cushion Vehicles, which will be used for multipurpose maritime coastal operational roles, including high-speed coastal patrolling, reconnaissance, search and rescue operations, rendering assistance to ships and carrying personnel and stores including logistics.In FY26, AoN for 55 proposals amounting to Rs 6.73 lakh crore has been accorded by the DAC.Capital procurement contracts have been signed for 503 proposals amounting to Rs 2.28 lakh crore in the current fiscal year, the ministry said in a release, adding that the quantum of AoN given and capital contracts signed, so far, have been the highest in any given fiscal year.