New Delhi, Feb. 21 -- The Ministry of Defence has finalised contracts worth Rs 697.35 crore for the acquisition of 1,868 Rough Terrain Fork Lift Trucks (RTFLT), marking a significant advancement in India's defence procurement strategy.

The equipment, designated for deployment across the Indian Army, Air Force, and Navy, will enhance operational capabilities by streamlining combat and logistics support operations through automated materials handling.

This procurement initiative, executed under the "Buy Indian" category, represents a strategic move to strengthen domestic defence manufacturing capabilities.

The project is expected to generate substantial employment opportunities, particularly within the MSME sector, through the developmen...