MoD Signs ₹975 Cr Contracts for TRAWL Systems for Tanks

On 21st April 2026, the Ministry of Defence signed contracts worth ₹975 crore to procure TRAWL Assemblies for T-72 and T-90 tanks to boost minefield breaching capability.

Key Points

Contract Details: Contracts signed with Bharat Earth Movers Limited (BEML) and Electro Pneumatics and Hydraulics (India) Pvt. Ltd.
About the TRAWL System:
- Developed by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
- Used for minefield breaching operations.
Operational Capability:
- Creates vehicle-safe lanes through minefields.
- Effective against anti-tank mines with magnetic fuses.
- Enhances combat mobility and safety of armoured units.
Procurement Category:
- Buy (Indian-Indigenously Designed, Developed and Manufactured).
- Promotes indigenous defence production.
Strategic Importance:
- Strengthens Indian Army’s operational effectiveness.
- Supports modernisation of defence infrastructure.
Economic Impact:
- Boost to MSME sector through component manufacturing.
- Generates direct and indirect employment.
Overall Significance:
- Advances Aatmanirbhar Bharat in the defence sector.
- Reduces dependence on imports.
- Enhances battlefield readiness of Indian Army.