# Indian MoD Awards SAT-SAAW Contract to BDL

The Indian Ministry of Defence signed a contract valued at Rs 810.79 crore with Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) on September 23, 2026, for the procurement of 160 Satellite Smart Anti-Airfield Weapons (SAT-SAAW). These precision-guided glide bombs, developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), are intended to enhance the Indian Air Force's operational capabilities. Deliveries are scheduled between 2027 and 2029 under the Buy (Indian-Indigenously Designed, Developed and Manufactured) category, supporting India's defense self-reliance initiative.

- This contract represents a significant procurement opportunity for defense manufacturers aligned with India's indigenous production policies.
- Procurement professionals should note the delivery timeline spanning 2027-2029 for planning logistics and contract management.
- The involvement of DRDO-developed technology highlights the strategic emphasis on precision-guided munitions in India's defense modernization.
- Contractors and suppliers in the defense sector may find increased demand for related support services and components linked to SAT-SAAW deployment.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 24, 2026

### Government Entities
- Ministry of Defence (MoD)
- Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
- Indian Air Force (IAF)

### Vendors
- Bharat Dynamics Limited (prime contractor)

### Sources
- [✈️ Defence Ministry signs Rs 810.79 crore contract with BDL for 160 SAT-SAAW weapons.

🎯 The DRDO-developed air-to-ground precision guided glide bombs are meant for the Indian Air Force.

📦 Deliveries are scheduled between 2027-2028 and 2028-2029.

https://t.co/zZEIfi1Y74](https://x.com/SwarajyaMag/status/2102969367004938489) - twitter-defense
- [✈️ Defence Ministry signs Rs 810.79 crore contract with BDL for 160 SAT-SAAW weapons.

🎯 The DRDO-developed air-to-ground precision guided glide bombs are meant for the Indian Air Force.

📦 Deliveries are scheduled between 2027-2028 and 2028-2029.

https://t.co/zZEIfi1qhw](https://x.com/SwarajyaMag/status/2103046800911262117) - twitter-defense