The Ministry of Defence has signed a contract worth Rs 5.88 billion with Telecommunications Consultants India Limited (TCIL) for the acquisition of the Digital Coast Guard (DCG) project, under the Buy (Indian) category.
As per the ministry, the DCG Project will unfold a comprehensive narrative of technological progression, encompassing the construction of an advanced data centre, the establishment of a robust disaster recovery data centre, the amplification of connectivity across Indian Coast Guard (ICG) sites, and the development of the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system. The project also leverages secured multiprotocol label switching (MPLS)/very small aperture terminal (VSAT) connectivity, propelling itself to the forefront of cutting-edge defence technology.
At its core, the DCG project marks the establishment of a Tier-III standard data centre, armed with the latest technological capabilities. It enables centralised monitoring and management of applications deployed by the ICG, ensuring vigilant oversight of critical IT assets of the ICG.
The project is estimated to generate about 150,000 man-days over a span of five years, fostering active participation from diverse sectors of Indian industries, thus significantly contributing to the government’s efforts to achieve ‘Atmanirbharta’ in defence.
