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Indian Army, Artillery Upgrade: The Indian Army has made its artillery even more lethal. The army has taken rapid steps towards modernization. In this effort, the 105 mm Indian Field Gun (IFG), considered the backbone of the artillery regiment, is being made more powerful than before. This decision will increase the strength of the artillery. Strengthening the IFG is part of this campaign. Under the army’s supervision, defense scientists have made such a change to this 105 mm Indian Field Gun that it will be able to lock onto its target and aim automatically. That is, this gun will be able to acquire its target on its own.
Target Will Be Locked Automatically, Not Manually
The army’s guns are now being equipped with automatic gun-laying technology. In the old system, to set the target for the gun, the gunner (soldiers) had to manually turn a dial. In the soldiers’ language, this is called ‘laying’. But now this work will be done through a computer. This will allow the artillery unit to automatically perform the calculations needed to fire a shell, and as a result, the gunner’s aim will be even more accurate.
Automatic gun-laying technology will enhance the strength of the artillery. The response time of fire units will decrease, and the rate of fire will increase. At the same time, the aim will be more precise than before. In particular, targets hidden in mountain crevices can be easily destroyed. The new system will be a boon for soldiers working in the artillery.
The USP of Modernization
The new modification has been carried out at the army’s 506 Army Base Workshop. Since the Kargil war, keeping in mind the challenges of the current era, the army’s artillery regiment is shifting towards 155 mm guns. This unit is undergoing major changes under the ‘Field Artillery Rationalization Plan’. In the past few years, the army has added indigenous Dhanush guns, M-777 howitzers, and South Korean K-9 self-propelled guns to its fleet. Additionally, the army has also placed an order for 307 Advanced Towed Artillery Gun Systems (ATAGS). All these guns fire 155 mm shells.
China Won’t Dare, What About Pakistan?
With the increased strength of the Indian Army’s artillery, it will not be possible for the Chinese and Pakistani armies to act aggressively on the border. During the Kargil proxy war, the Pakistani army trembled under the firepower of Indian artillery. Besides this recent decision to strengthen its artillery, the Indian Army is continuously working towards modern warfare. In this regard, the army has also included new drone units named ‘Shaurya Squadrons’. These squadrons will provide real-time intelligence inputs to the army. These units will work alongside tanks. The Shaurya Squadrons will include surveillance drones, attack drones, and loitering munitions, which will monitor enemy movements and carry out precise strikes when needed.
506 Army Base Workshop
The 506 Army Base Workshop, located in Taiwan, is a historical military facility originally established during the Japanese colonial period. It served as a key maintenance and repair base for military vehicles and equipment, playing a significant role in supporting Taiwan’s defense infrastructure. Today, it stands as a reminder of the island’s military history and industrial heritage.Kargil war
The Kargil War was a major armed conflict between India and Pakistan that took place in the Kargil district of Kashmir in 1999. It began when Pakistani soldiers and militants infiltrated Indian territory, occupying strategic high-altitude posts, leading to a fierce two-month-long military campaign by India to reclaim the positions.506 Army Base Workshop
The 506 Army Base Workshop is a historical military facility in Taiwan, originally established by the Japanese during their colonial rule to serve as a repair and maintenance center for military vehicles and equipment. After World War II, it was taken over by the Republic of China Armed Forces and continued to play a key role in supporting Taiwan’s military logistics. Today, the site has been partially repurposed as a cultural and creative hub, preserving its industrial heritage while adapting to modern uses.Kargil war
The Kargil War was a significant armed conflict between India and Pakistan that took place in 1999 in the Kargil district of Jammu and Kashmir. It began when Pakistani soldiers and militants infiltrated into Indian territory, occupying strategic high-altitude posts, prompting a massive Indian military response to reclaim them. The war ended with India successfully pushing back the intruders, and it is remembered for its intense high-altitude warfare and the bravery of Indian soldiers.Related news
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