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Bharat Dynamics (BDL) Secures Major Anti-Tank Missile Contract Worth Rs809 Crore from AVNL, Boosts Indigenous Missile Production

Three-Year Contract to Bolster India’s Anti-Tank Capabilities; Marks Major Step in Indigenous Defense Manufacturing
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Hyderabad: Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL), a key defense Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, has secured a significant contract worth ₹809 crore for the supply of Anti-Tank Guided Missiles (ATGMs) from Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL).

The contract, announced under Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations 2015, is set to be executed over a three-year period and is a major milestone in India’s ongoing efforts to boost indigenous defense manufacturing under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.

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High-Precision Missiles to Strengthen Combat Capability

The ATGMs to be delivered under this deal are known for their high precision, mobility, and effectiveness against heavily armored targets. Their integration into India’s armored forces is expected to significantly enhance the operational readiness and strategic deterrence of the Indian Army, particularly in high-threat and tactical deployment zones.

BDL’s Expanding Role in Defense Ecosystem

Based in Hyderabad, Bharat Dynamics Limited plays a pivotal role in India’s defense sector, specializing in the manufacture of missile systems, countermeasures, and other strategic defense equipment. With this new order, BDL continues to cement its position as a critical contributor to India’s defense preparedness and self-reliance.

In recent years, BDL has expanded its production lines and partnered with various defense agencies and PSUs to meet the increasing demand for indigenous weapon systems. This ATGM contract comes as part of a broader modernization and capacity-building strategy of India’s armed forces.

Indigenous Manufacturing and Strategic Value

The signing of this contract with AVNL not only reinforces intra-PSU collaboration within India’s defense sector but also supports the Make in India and Defence Production Policy frameworks. These systems will be developed using advanced technologies that meet global standards, with the added benefit of reducing dependency on imports.

Official Remarks

While official statements from BDL or AVNL are awaited, industry observers have hailed the contract as a strategic boost to the indigenous missile production capability and a reflection of India’s growing defense-industrial maturity.

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About Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL)

Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL), headquartered in Hyderabad, is a premier defense PSU established in 1970 under the Ministry of Defence. It specializes in the production of strategic defense equipment, including guided missiles, launchers, torpedoes, and countermeasure systems. BDL plays a key role in supporting India’s defense preparedness and is a critical player in the country’s journey toward defense self-reliance.

About AVNL

Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL) is a Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) of the Government of India, under the Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence. AVNL was established in 2021 as part of the restructuring of the erstwhile Ordnance Factory Board into seven new Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs).


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