New Delhi: Avantel Limited on Monday said that it has secured a contract worth Rs 117.88 crore, inclusive of applicable taxes, from the Defence Electronics Applications Laboratory (DEAL) of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). This contract is for the development, installation and commissioning of a Ground Segment Hub for voice and data communication using an Indian geostationary satellite.

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Accoding to an official statement, this contract will involve development of the ground segment infrastructure to support voice and data communication through an Indian geostationary satellite. The project adds to Avantel’s engagement in developing communication infrastructure for strategic and defence applications.

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Siddhartha Abburi, Director, Avantel Limited, said the contract reflects the confidence placed in the company’s technological and execution capabilities. He said Avantel remains focused on delivering indigenous communication solutions to support India’s strategic and defence requirements.

The order is expected to further strengthen Avantel’s position as a technology partner in India’s defence communication ecosystem. It also underlines the company’s continued focus on developing indigenous communication technologies for strategic applications and contributing to the country’s efforts to build domestic capabilities in critical technologies.

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