About the Missile  

• The Milan-2T is a Tandem Warhead Anti-Tank Guided Missile with a range of one thousand 850 metres. 
• These missiles can be fired from ground as well as vehicle-based launchers. 
• They can be deployed in Anti-Tank Role for both offensive and defensive tasks. 
• It is produced by Bharat Dynamics Limited under license from MBDA Missile Systems, France.

Why in News?

• The Ministry of Defence has signed a contract with Bharat Dynamics Limited for supply of four thousand 960 MILAN-2T Anti-Tank Guided Missiles to Indian Army. 
• The Defence Public Sector Undertaking will supply the missiles at a cost of one thousand 188 crore rupees.
• The induction is planned to be completed in three years which will enhance the operational preparedness of the Armed Forces. 
• This project will further boost the ‘Make in India’ initiative of the Government. 

Reference:

1. http://newsonair.com/News?title=Defence-Ministry-inks-contract-with-Bharat-Dynamics-Limited-for-nearly-5%2c000-Anti-Tank-Guided-Missiles&id=412295