New Delhi: The army has become alert on the Chinese border in view of the growing bitterness in relations with neighbouring China. There has been a scuffle between the armies of both countries at some time in the past. Keeping all these things in mind, the Indian Army is working on a plan to deploy new M777 ultra-light howitzers cannons along the border of China with Arunachal Pradesh. So that artillery can be supported in the mountainous region. It is capable of swift and decisive action against the enemy.
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According to the news quoted by the officials, these howitzers will be deployed by the end of the year. These 155 mm / 39-caliber howitzers can be sling loaded into helicopters and transported to high altitude areas rapidly. In November 2016, India signed a 145 Howitzer deal with the US for $ 750 million. Another officer said deploying the M777 in the eastern region could prove to be a game-changer.
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These howitzers can be easily deployed and removed during the mission through a Chinook helicopter," the official said. Howitzers will be part of the Light Artillery Regiment. ' Howitzers can hit a range of 24–30 km. Howitzers can be deployed immediately on the Line of Actual Control (LAC) close to China. It can deliver weapons, equipment and troops quickly due to its superior infrastructure. Chinese President Xi Jinping is scheduled to visit India in the coming weeks.
