NEW DELHI: Three naval systems, developed by premier defence research organisation DRDO, was today handed over to the navy by Defence Minister Arun Jaitley.
The naval systems, given to Indian Navy, are USHUS-II submarine sonar, directing gear for hull-mounted sonar array, and inertial navigation system for ship applications.
Sonars detect objects on or under the water and the latest systems are expected to significantly enhance the navy’s navigation and communication network.
Speaking on the occasion, Jaitley hailed DRDO’s sustained efforts in enhancing India’s military capabilities through defence indigenisation.
The systems were handed over to Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Sunil Lanba. (AGENCIES)
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