Bengaluru-based Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a Navratna Defence Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) under India’s Ministry of Defence, has secured fresh orders worth ₹551 crore as of 30 July 2025. This rapid addition to its order book, soon after its previous update on 25 July 2025, highlights BEL’s growing role in advancing India’s defence and technology capabilities.
BEL Expands Its Defence and Tech Capabilities with New Orders
The latest set of orders awarded to BEL includes a variety of important defence and technology systems. These feature advanced Optronic Systems for aircraft, which enhance aerial surveillance and targeting accuracy. It also includes IFMIS software designed to improving administrative efficiency and Automated Access Control Systems to boost security measures.
Additionally, the orders cover Integrated Communication and Control Terminals, Low Band Receiver Units, various communication solutions, and essential spare parts and maintenance services highlighting BEL’s growing role in supporting both defence operations and digital transformation.
These projects further strengthen BEL’s capabilities in areas like electronic warfare, radar systems, software solutions, and digital upgrades key areas for India’s defence and governance goals. BEL is also steadily expanding its footprint in areas like homeland security and smart city infrastructure, playing an important role in national safety and preparedness.
By 1 July 2025, BEL had built a strong order book worth ₹74,859 crore. These large-scale contracts clearly show the company’s solid footing as a major force in India’s defence and technology sectors. Among the landmark deals is a ₹1,640 crore contract for indigenous Air Defence Fire Control Radars, developed by DRDO and produced by BEL. BEL has also secured additional orders worth more than ₹1,600 crore for advanced and sensitive defence systems. These include technologies like National Maritime Domain Awareness systems, Inertial Navigation Systems, Active Antenna Arrays, Satellite Communication (Satcom) Interception tools, and Electronic Jammers.
Another major deal, valued at ₹2,323 crore, involves providing base and depot-level spare parts for missile systems installed on Indian Navy ships. This step helps improve the armed forces’ preparedness and guarantees ongoing support for maintenance needs over time.
As part of its commitment to the ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat‘ initiative, BEL recently entered into a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Tata Electronics. The aim is to work together on creating locally made electronics and semiconductor solutions an important move to cut down on imports and strengthen India’s defence self-sufficiency.
In a related development, the Indian Coast Guard started construction of its first indigenously built Air Cushion Vehicle (hovercraft) in Goa on 30 July 2025, marking another step forward in strengthening India’s naval defence capabilities. Planned under a ₹551 crore contract with the Ministry of Defence, this project will see six such hovercraft deployed to strengthen maritime response. Although separate from BEL’s order portfolio, this project complements India’s expanding defence ecosystem, where BEL’s expertise in advanced electronics plays a pivotal role.
Conclusion: BEL Driving India’s Defence Self-Reliance
Bharat Electronics Limited continues to secure major defence contracts and forge strategic alliances, reaffirming its status as a vital Navratna PSU in India’s defence landscape. By delivering cutting-edge technologies and fostering indigenous innovation, BEL is a key contributor to India’s strategic goal of self-reliance and modernisation in defence.
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