6 new BrahMos missile systems for Navy likely

The government is likely to pave way for six new BrahMos supersonic missile systems for the Indian Navy worth Rs 2,700 crore besides taking a call on Army's proposal for acquiring BAE's M777 Ultra-Light Howitzers, in the Defence Acquisition Council meeting tomorrow. Defence sources said the issue of the % 2.5 billion Avro replacement programme is also likely to be discussed.