Amit Bhattacharya

Amit Bhattacharya is a leading defence procurement expert with deep expertise in modern weapon systems and military hardware acquisition. Over more than a decade, he has collaborated with top defence contractors and strategic research institutions, delivering incisive analysis on procurement frameworks, capability development, and technology integration for armed forces worldwide. Amit bridges the gap between operational requirements and industrial capacity, providing authoritative evaluations of modernisation programmes, defence budgets, and acquisition reforms in both established and emerging defence markets. He leads the Defence Procurement and Defence Industry sections at BDMilitary, shaping strategic discourse on defence innovation. Amit earned his Master of Policy and Governance (MPAG) from the University of Canterbury, New Zealand, complementing his practical expertise with advanced policy and governance insight.

Bangladesh Air Force Inducts Kh-31 Anti-Ship Missiles, Transforming MiG-29BM Fleet into Maritime Strike Role

Posted on 17/10/202517/10/2025 by Amit Bhattacharya

Reading Time: 4 minutesKey Points A New Maritime Strike Era In a landmark development for Bangladesh’s aerial warfare capability, the Bangladesh Air Force has inducted the Russian-designed Kh-31 supersonic anti-ship missile into service. This induction marks the Air Force’s first operational deployment of a stand-off maritime strike weapon, representing a significant leap in Continue Reading

Bangladesh Air Force Eurofighter Typhoon Procurement Gathers Momentum

Posted on 16/10/202517/10/2025 by Amit Bhattacharya

Reading Time: 3 minutesThe Bangladesh Air Force’s long-anticipated multi-role combat aircraft (MRCA) procurement programme appears to be entering its decisive phase, with significant developments indicating that the Eurofighter Typhoon is now the frontrunner for selection. The seeds of this procurement were first sown nearly a decade ago. During the 2016 Farnborough Airshow, the Continue Reading

Bangladeshi Media Reacts to Plans for High-Performance Fighter Jet Procurement

Posted on 16/10/202516/10/2025 by Amit Bhattacharya

Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn recent days, Bangladesh’s defence and aviation circles have been abuzz with discussions following reports of the government’s move to procure high-performance combat aircraft for the Bangladesh Air Force (BAF). The development has sparked a wide range of reactions across the country’s major newspapers and online media platforms. From cautious Continue Reading

Bangladesh–Italy Defence Cooperation Deepens: Eurofighter Typhoon Deal Underway

Posted on 15/10/202515/10/2025 by Amit Bhattacharya

Reading Time: 3 minutesBangladesh and Italy are set to strengthen their defence partnership as the Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) moves forward with the acquisition of Eurofighter Typhoon combat aircraft. The BAF has reportedly selected the Tranche 3 configuration, with an initial batch of ten aircraft earmarked for purchase by 2026. This development follows Continue Reading

Bangladesh Makes Urgent Acquisition of JF-17 Block III Fighters

Posted on 15/10/202515/10/2025 by Amit Bhattacharya

Reading Time: 2 minutesAmid rising tensions along the Bangladesh–Myanmar border, the Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) has reportedly moved to strengthen its combat capabilities. Complementing the ongoing J-10CE programme, the Air Force is said to have procured 16 JF-17 Thunder Block III light fighters on an emergency basis, valued at approximately USD 720 million Continue Reading