DRDO launches Assault Rifle ‘Ugram‘ for Indian Army?
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The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) of India, in a significant advancement, introduced ‘Ugram,’ an advanced 7.62 x 51 mm calibre assault rifle. This rifle, embodying a blend of indigenous design, development, and production, was unveiled in Pune by Dr. Shailendra V. Gade, Director General of Armament and Combat Engineering Systems at the DRDO. This development marks a key achievement in collaboration with the private sector, specifically with Hyderabad-based Dvipa Armour India Private Limited.
This is the first time that DRDO lab has collaborated with a private industry to manufacture a 7.62 x 51 mm calibre rifle.
The weapon will meet the operational requirements of the Indian armed forces, paramilitary forces and state police forces
During the program, the small arms’ barrel manufacturing facility of ARDE was also inaugurated that will provide barrels for small arms’ manufacturing to both the Indian armed forces as well as to the private sector.
About Armament Research & Development Establishment (ARDE):
Director– Ankathi Raju
Headquarters– Pune, Maharashtra, Establishment– 1958
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