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 Eyes the C-27J Spartan for Tactical Airlift Modernisation

Posted on 23/05/202523/05/2025 by Amit Bhattacharya

Reading Time: 3 minutesAir Chief Marshal (ACM) Hasan Mahmood Khan of the Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) recently concluded a high-profile visit to the Leonardo aerospace facilities in Turin, Italy. The visit, part of a broader effort to modernise Bangladesh’s ageing tactical airlift capabilities, has drawn significant attention due to its focus on the Continue Reading

Bangladesh Army Rifle Modernisation: Evaluation of CZ BREN 2 BR

Posted on 22/05/202522/05/2025 by Amit Bhattacharya

Reading Time: 3 minutesThe Bangladesh Army has embarked on a significant small arms modernisation programme aimed at replacing older legacy systems and diversifying its arsenal through the integration of next-generation modular weapons. A key part of this programme is the evaluation of the CZ BREN 2 BR, chambered in 7.62×51mm NATO, intended to Continue Reading

Turkish Missile Systems for the Bangladesh Army – Operational Analysis and Strategic Application

Posted on 21/05/202521/05/2025 by Amit Bhattacharya

Reading Time: 5 minutesIn the evolving landscape of South Asian security dynamics, the Bangladesh Army must modernise its missile strike capability to match asymmetric threats, compensate for limited air superiority, and develop layered deterrence. Turkish missile systems—particularly from Roketsan and STM—offer a cost-effective and operationally versatile suite of solutions that have seen deployment Continue Reading

Bangladesh Navy Eyes South Korean Improved Jang Bogo-Class Submarines

Posted on 21/05/202521/05/2025 by Amit Bhattacharya

Reading Time: 8 minutesA Strategic Leap in Undersea Warfare for the Bangladesh Navy Key Highlights Introduction The Bangladesh Navy (BN) is engaged in advanced negotiations with South Korea to acquire six Improved Jang Bogo-class submarines, a modernised derivative of the German Type 209/1400 design constructed by Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering (DSME). The Continue Reading

Bangladesh Army evaluates new generation MBTs

Posted on 20/05/202520/05/2025 by Amit Bhattacharya

Reading Time: 4 minutesKey Points The Bangladesh Army’s evaluation of 44 MBTs, 4 ARVs, spares, training, and munitions focuses on three key candidates: Balancing performance, cost, and geopolitical considerations will guide Bangladesh’s decision for its armoured future. Overview of the Tanks Altay K2 Black Panther VT-4 Technical Comparison Feature Altay K2 Black Panther Continue Reading