Bharat Forge Launches Defence Manufacturing Facility For Advanced Artillery Systems

Global metal forging company Bharat Forge Ltd. on Wednesday said it has begun operations of a 3-lakh sq ft defence manufacturing facility in Jejuri near Pune. The facility will fulfil orders from India's Ministry of Defence of indigenously developed Advanced Towed Artillery Gun Systems. These cutting-edge 155mm howitzers will significantly enhance India's artillery firepower and safeguard its vast borders, the company said in a release.

Additionally, Bharat Forge has already begun exporting these advanced artillery systems to friendly nations following approvals from the MoD and relevant authorities.

The ATAGS programme is a testament to Indian engineering excellence, and with this facility, we are laying the foundation for India's long-term strategic defence technology independence, the company said.

Strategically located with highway connectivity, proximity to key suppliers, access to a highly skilled talent pool within a dynamic local ecosystem, the Jejuri plant is set to drive India's next phase of defence manufacturing excellence, it said.