Army inducts Dhanush howitzer, American precision-guided Excalibur artillery ammunition

In a major boost to its firepower, the Indian army has inducted the indigenous Dhanush howitzer and the American precision-guided Excalibur artillery ammunition in its inventory.

According to Army sources, the top brass of the force was briefed about the induction of this weapon system and ammunition on Wednesday.

The Excalibur ammunition which has been acquired under the fast track procedure can hit targets at extended ranges.