The United States has cleared two major defence deals for India, approving the possible sale of Javelin anti-tank missile systems and Excalibur artillery shells. The combined value of the packages is estimated at $92.8 million, according to two statements released by the US Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) on Wednesday.

The agency has also sent the required certifications to the US Congress for final review.

The DSCA said the proposed sales would support American foreign policy goals by further boosting the strategic relationship with India. The agency noted that India remains an important partner for maintaining peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific and South Asia.

The first package, valued at $45.7 million, includes:

  • Javelin FGM-148 missiles

  • 25 Javelin Lightweight or Block 1 Command Launch Units (CLU)

  • Basic skills trainers

  • Missile simulation rounds

  • Battery coolant units

  • Technical and operator manuals

  • Spare parts

  • Tool kits

  • Training support

  • Technical assistance

  • Logistics and programme support

The package also covers lifecycle support, physical security checks, and refurbishment services for Block 1 CLUs.

The second package approves the possible sale of M982A1 Excalibur precision-guided artillery projectiles worth $47.1 million.

India has requested up to 216 Excalibur tactical projectiles, the DSCA said.

The non-major defence items in this package include:

  • Portable Electronic Fire Control Systems with Integration Kits

  • Primers and propellant charges

  • Technical assistance

  • Technical data

  • Repair and return services

  • Logistics and programme support

According to the DSCA, the sale will help India deal with both present and future security threats.

The agency said the move would improve "the security of a major defence partner which continues to be an important force for political stability, peace, and economic progress in the Indo-Pacific and South Asia regions." It added that "the proposed sale will improve India's capability to meet current and future threats, strengthen its homeland defence and deter regional threats. India will have no difficulty absorbing these articles and services into its armed forces."

The DSCA also clarified that the sale will not change the military balance in the region and will not affect US defense readiness.