New Delhi, April 7 -- The Ministry of Defence has signed a Rs 2,385.36 crore contract with Bharat Electronics Limited for the acquisition of Electronic Warfare (EW) Suites and aircraft modification kits as well as their installation on Mi-17 V5 helicopters, along with associated equipment, for the Indian Air Force, according to an official statement issued on Monday.

This state-of-the-art EW Suite will considerably enhance operational survivability of the helicopters in a hostile environment. The majority of sub-assemblies and parts will be sourced from indigenous manufacturers.

The project will boost and encourage active participation of Indian electronics and associated industries, including MSMEs. The contract, under the "Buy Indian-...