MoD inks MoU with TIDCO to establish Advanced Testing Facilities in Tamil Nadu

Current Context: On July 2, 2024, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish three cutting-edge testing facilities in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

• These facilities will focus on Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), Electronic Warfare (EW), and Electro Optics (EO) domains.
• The aim is to promote indigenous defence production, reduce military equipment imports, and enhance self-reliance in the defence sector.
• The Defence Testing Infrastructure Scheme (DTIS) provides up to 75% government funding for these facilities, with the remaining 25% funded by private entities and State/Central Governments.

Question:

1 Under the Defence Testing Infrastructure Scheme (DTIS), what percentage of funding is provided by the government for these facilities?

• A) 25%
• B) 50%
• C) 75%
• D) 100%

Answer: C) The Defence Testing Infrastructure Scheme (DTIS) provides up to 75% government funding for these facilities, with the remaining 25% funded by private entities and State/Central Governments.