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Do the #MakeInIndia products also fall into import embargo category ? If not then what will be the fate of AK production facility in India ?
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Big boost to armed forces: DAC approves acquisitions worth Rs 8,722 cr; 106 trainer aircraft cleared for IAF
New Delhi: In a boost to the Indian armed forces, the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) on Tuesday approved acquisition proposals worth Rs 8,722.38 crores. The Defence Ministry said as part of the proposals, 106 Basic Trainer Aircraft will be acquired from the state-run Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the Indian Air Force.
The Ministry of Defence announced the following:
- Defence Acquisition Council in its meeting held under chairmanship of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh accorded approval for capital acquisitions of various platforms and equipment required by Indian Armed Forces. Proposals for approx cost of Rs 8,722.38 cr approved
- Defence Acquisition Council approved procurement of 106 Basic Trainer Aircraft from HAL to address IAF's basic training requirements. Post Certification 70 Basic Trainer Aircraft will be initially procured and 36 after operationalisation of HTT-40 fleet in IAF
- To improve the fire power of Indian Navy, the DAC approved procurement of an upgraded version of Super Rapid Gun Mount (SRGM) which is fitted as the main gun onboard Navy and Indian Coast Guard (ICG) warships from Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL)
- DAC approved procurement of 125 mm APFSDS (Armour Piercing Fin Stabilized Discarding Sabot) ammunition for Indian Army as a ‘Design and Development Case’. The ammunition being procured will have a 70% indigenous content
- Defence Acquisition Council also gave approvals that are likely to speed up the procurement of AK 203 and Unmanned Aerial Vehicle upgrades
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New Delhi: In a boost to the Indian armed forces, the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) on Tuesday approved acquisition proposals worth Rs 8,722.38 crores. The Defence Ministry said as part of the proposals, 106 Basic Trainer Aircraft will be acquired from the state-run Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the Indian Air Force.
The Ministry of Defence announced the following:
- Defence Acquisition Council in its meeting held under chairmanship of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh accorded approval for capital acquisitions of various platforms and equipment required by Indian Armed Forces. Proposals for approx cost of Rs 8,722.38 cr approved
- Defence Acquisition Council approved procurement of 106 Basic Trainer Aircraft from HAL to address IAF's basic training requirements. Post Certification 70 Basic Trainer Aircraft will be initially procured and 36 after operationalisation of HTT-40 fleet in IAF
- To improve the fire power of Indian Navy, the DAC approved procurement of an upgraded version of Super Rapid Gun Mount (SRGM) which is fitted as the main gun onboard Navy and Indian Coast Guard (ICG) warships from Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL)
- DAC approved procurement of 125 mm APFSDS (Armour Piercing Fin Stabilized Discarding Sabot) ammunition for Indian Army as a ‘Design and Development Case’. The ammunition being procured will have a 70% indigenous content
- Defence Acquisition Council also gave approvals that are likely to speed up the procurement of AK 203 and Unmanned Aerial Vehicle upgrades
Big push for ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ in DAC’s approval for defence acquisitions worth Rs 8,722 cr
The Defence Ministry said as part of the proposals, 106 Basic Trainer Aircraft will be acquired from the state-run Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the Indian Air Force.
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JUST IN: Indian MoD says it has accorded approvals that are “likely to speed up the procurement of AK-203”.
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Govt clears fast-tracking of projects to arm Israeli drones, produce Russian AK rifles in India
India on Tuesday approved measures to speed up long-pending projects to arm its Israeli drones with deadly weapons and indigenously manufacture Russian Kalashnikov assault rifles, while also clearing procurements worth Rs 8,722 crore of basic trainer aircraft, naval guns and specialized anti-tank ammunition. The decision by the Rajnath Singh-led defence acquisitions council (DAC) to fast-track the almost decade-old proposal to arm the Israeli Heron drones, in particular, is significant since it comes amidst the ongoing military confrontation with China in eastern Ladakh.Sources said “Project Cheetah” to upgrade the Heron unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) with laser-guided bombs, air-to-ground anti-tank missiles and other precision-guided munitions as well as advanced reconnaissance capabilities will cost over Rs 3,500 crore. “The commercial contract negotiation for the drones’ upgrade was completed long ago. Now, it will be sent to the Cabinet Committee on Security for approval,” said a source. The Indian armed forces have around 90 such medium-altitude, long endurance Heron UAVs, which are currently used for long-range surveillance and precision-targetingmissions. While these drones return after their missions like fighter aircraft, IAF also has some Israeli Harop “killer” or Kamikaze drones that act as cruise missiles by exploding into targets and radars. India is simultaneously also finalizing the plan to acquire the much more advanced Predator-B or weaponized Sea Guardian dronesfrom the US, with six of the proposed 30 drones likely to be procured through the fast-track procurement route now, as was first reported by TOI. The DAC also sorted out “some contractual issues” of the stalled Indo-Russia joint venture to make 6.71 lakh AK-203 rifles, a derivative of the famous AK-47 guns, at Korwa ordnance factory in Amethi district of Uttar Pradesh. TOI had reported in June that the “unreasonable and unacceptable” costs for manufacturing the 7.62×39 mm caliber rifles, at an initial estimated cost of Rs 4,358 crore, had delayed the inking of the final contract. The actual procurements cleared by the DAC on Tuesday included the Rs 7,600 crore one for HTT-40 basic trainer aircraft (BTA), the prototypes of which are undergoing the certification process after being developed by defence PSU Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL). “DAC approved procurement of 106 BTA from HAL to address IAF’s basic training requirements. Post-certification, 70 BTA will initially be procured from HAL and the rest 36 after the HTT-40 fleet becomes operational in IAF,” said the defence ministry. This comes after the government earlier rejected IAF’s case to acquire 38 more Swiss Pilatus trainers, to add to the 75 already inducted under the Rs 2,896 crore deal inked in May 2012, after the foreign company was found to have hired absconding arms dealer Sanjay Bhandari, as was reported by TOI earlier. The DAC also approved procurement of an upgraded version of the 76mm super rapid gun mount (SRGM) medium-range guns, which are fitted on naval and Coast Guard ships, from Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL). “The upgraded SRGM version has enhanced capability to perform against fast manoeuvring targets like missiles and fast-attack crafts, while increasing the maximum engagement range. It will boost the Navy’s firepower,” said the MoD. With the availability of requisite capability for indigenous development of ammunition, both in terms of manufacturing and technology, the DAC also approved procurement of 125 mm APFSDS (armour piercing fin stabilized discarding sabot) ammunition for the Army as a “design and development case”. The ammunition being procured will have a 70% indigenous content, said the MoD.
India on Tuesday approved measures to speed up long-pending projects to arm its Israeli drones with deadly weapons and indigenously manufacture Russian Kalashnikov assault rifles, while also clearing procurements worth Rs 8,722 crore of basic trainer aircraft, naval guns and specialized anti-tank ammunition. The decision by the Rajnath Singh-led defence acquisitions council (DAC) to fast-track the almost decade-old proposal to arm the Israeli Heron drones, in particular, is significant since it comes amidst the ongoing military confrontation with China in eastern Ladakh.Sources said “Project Cheetah” to upgrade the Heron unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) with laser-guided bombs, air-to-ground anti-tank missiles and other precision-guided munitions as well as advanced reconnaissance capabilities will cost over Rs 3,500 crore. “The commercial contract negotiation for the drones’ upgrade was completed long ago. Now, it will be sent to the Cabinet Committee on Security for approval,” said a source. The Indian armed forces have around 90 such medium-altitude, long endurance Heron UAVs, which are currently used for long-range surveillance and precision-targetingmissions. While these drones return after their missions like fighter aircraft, IAF also has some Israeli Harop “killer” or Kamikaze drones that act as cruise missiles by exploding into targets and radars. India is simultaneously also finalizing the plan to acquire the much more advanced Predator-B or weaponized Sea Guardian dronesfrom the US, with six of the proposed 30 drones likely to be procured through the fast-track procurement route now, as was first reported by TOI. The DAC also sorted out “some contractual issues” of the stalled Indo-Russia joint venture to make 6.71 lakh AK-203 rifles, a derivative of the famous AK-47 guns, at Korwa ordnance factory in Amethi district of Uttar Pradesh. TOI had reported in June that the “unreasonable and unacceptable” costs for manufacturing the 7.62×39 mm caliber rifles, at an initial estimated cost of Rs 4,358 crore, had delayed the inking of the final contract. The actual procurements cleared by the DAC on Tuesday included the Rs 7,600 crore one for HTT-40 basic trainer aircraft (BTA), the prototypes of which are undergoing the certification process after being developed by defence PSU Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL). “DAC approved procurement of 106 BTA from HAL to address IAF’s basic training requirements. Post-certification, 70 BTA will initially be procured from HAL and the rest 36 after the HTT-40 fleet becomes operational in IAF,” said the defence ministry. This comes after the government earlier rejected IAF’s case to acquire 38 more Swiss Pilatus trainers, to add to the 75 already inducted under the Rs 2,896 crore deal inked in May 2012, after the foreign company was found to have hired absconding arms dealer Sanjay Bhandari, as was reported by TOI earlier. The DAC also approved procurement of an upgraded version of the 76mm super rapid gun mount (SRGM) medium-range guns, which are fitted on naval and Coast Guard ships, from Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL). “The upgraded SRGM version has enhanced capability to perform against fast manoeuvring targets like missiles and fast-attack crafts, while increasing the maximum engagement range. It will boost the Navy’s firepower,” said the MoD. With the availability of requisite capability for indigenous development of ammunition, both in terms of manufacturing and technology, the DAC also approved procurement of 125 mm APFSDS (armour piercing fin stabilized discarding sabot) ammunition for the Army as a “design and development case”. The ammunition being procured will have a 70% indigenous content, said the MoD.
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Govt clears fast-tracking of projects to arm Israeli drones, produce Russian AK rifles in India
| India on Tuesday approved measures to speed up long-pending projects to arm its Israeli drones with deadly weapons and indigenously manufacture Russian Kalashnikov assault rifles, while also clearing procurements worth Rs 8,722 crore of basic trainer aircraft, naval guns and specialized anti-tank ammunition. The decision by the Rajnath Singh-led defence acquisitions council (DAC) to fast-track the almost decade-old proposal to arm the Israeli Heron drones, in particular, is significant since it comes amidst the ongoing military confrontation with China in eastern Ladakh. Sources said “Project Cheetah” to upgrade the Heron unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) with laser-guided bombs, air-to-ground anti-tank missiles and other precision-guided munitions as well as advanced reconnaissance capabilities will cost over Rs 3,500 crore. “The commercial contract negotiation for the drones’ upgrade was completed long ago. Now, it will be sent to the Cabinet Committee on Security for approval,” said a source. The Indian armed forces have around 90 such medium-altitude, long endurance Heron UAVs, which are currently used for long-range surveillance and precision-targetingmissions. While these drones return after their missions like fighter aircraft, IAF also has some Israeli Harop “killer” or Kamikaze drones that act as cruise missiles by exploding into targets and radars. India is simultaneously also finalizing the plan to acquire the much more advanced Predator-B or weaponized Sea Guardian dronesfrom the US, with six of the proposed 30 drones likely to be procured through the fast-track procurement route now, as was first reported by TOI. The DAC also sorted out “some contractual issues” of the stalled Indo-Russia joint venture to make 6.71 lakh AK-203 rifles, a derivative of the famous AK-47 guns, at Korwa ordnance factory in Amethi district of Uttar Pradesh. TOI had reported in June that the “unreasonable and unacceptable” costs for manufacturing the 7.62x39 mm caliber rifles, at an initial estimated cost of Rs 4,358 crore, had delayed the inking of the final contract. The actual procurements cleared by the DAC on Tuesday included the Rs 7,600 crore one for HTT-40 basic trainer aircraft (BTA), the prototypes of which are undergoing the certification process after being developed by defence PSU Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL). “DAC approved procurement of 106 BTA from HAL to address IAF’s basic training requirements. Post-certification, 70 BTA will initially be procured from HAL and the rest 36 after the HTT-40 fleet becomes operational in IAF,” said the defence ministry. This comes after the government earlier rejected IAF’s case to acquire 38 more Swiss Pilatus trainers, to add to the 75 already inducted under the Rs 2,896 crore deal inked in May 2012, after the foreign company was found to have hired absconding arms dealer Sanjay Bhandari, as was reported by TOI earlier. The DAC also approved procurement of an upgraded version of the 76mm super rapid gun mount (SRGM) medium-range guns, which are fitted on naval and Coast Guard ships, from Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL). “The upgraded SRGM version has enhanced capability to perform against fast manoeuvring targets like missiles and fast-attack crafts, while increasing the maximum engagement range. It will boost the Navy’s firepower,” said the MoD. With the availability of requisite capability for indigenous development of ammunition, both in terms of manufacturing and technology, the DAC also approved procurement of 125 mm APFSDS (armour piercing fin stabilized discarding sabot) ammunition for the Army as a “design and development case”. The ammunition being procured will have a 70% indigenous content, said the MoD. |
| India on Tuesday approved measures to speed up long-pending projects to arm its Israeli drones with deadly weapons and indigenously manufacture Russian Kalashnikov assault rifles, while also clearing procurements worth Rs 8,722 crore of basic trainer aircraft, naval guns and specialized anti-tank ammunition. The decision by the Rajnath Singh-led defence acquisitions council (DAC) to fast-track the almost decade-old proposal to arm the Israeli Heron drones, in particular, is significant since it comes amidst the ongoing military confrontation with China in eastern Ladakh. Sources said “Project Cheetah” to upgrade the Heron unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) with laser-guided bombs, air-to-ground anti-tank missiles and other precision-guided munitions as well as advanced reconnaissance capabilities will cost over Rs 3,500 crore. “The commercial contract negotiation for the drones’ upgrade was completed long ago. Now, it will be sent to the Cabinet Committee on Security for approval,” said a source. The Indian armed forces have around 90 such medium-altitude, long endurance Heron UAVs, which are currently used for long-range surveillance and precision-targetingmissions. While these drones return after their missions like fighter aircraft, IAF also has some Israeli Harop “killer” or Kamikaze drones that act as cruise missiles by exploding into targets and radars. India is simultaneously also finalizing the plan to acquire the much more advanced Predator-B or weaponized Sea Guardian dronesfrom the US, with six of the proposed 30 drones likely to be procured through the fast-track procurement route now, as was first reported by TOI. The DAC also sorted out “some contractual issues” of the stalled Indo-Russia joint venture to make 6.71 lakh AK-203 rifles, a derivative of the famous AK-47 guns, at Korwa ordnance factory in Amethi district of Uttar Pradesh. TOI had reported in June that the “unreasonable and unacceptable” costs for manufacturing the 7.62x39 mm caliber rifles, at an initial estimated cost of Rs 4,358 crore, had delayed the inking of the final contract. The actual procurements cleared by the DAC on Tuesday included the Rs 7,600 crore one for HTT-40 basic trainer aircraft (BTA), the prototypes of which are undergoing the certification process after being developed by defence PSU Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL). “DAC approved procurement of 106 BTA from HAL to address IAF’s basic training requirements. Post-certification, 70 BTA will initially be procured from HAL and the rest 36 after the HTT-40 fleet becomes operational in IAF,” said the defence ministry. This comes after the government earlier rejected IAF’s case to acquire 38 more Swiss Pilatus trainers, to add to the 75 already inducted under the Rs 2,896 crore deal inked in May 2012, after the foreign company was found to have hired absconding arms dealer Sanjay Bhandari, as was reported by TOI earlier. The DAC also approved procurement of an upgraded version of the 76mm super rapid gun mount (SRGM) medium-range guns, which are fitted on naval and Coast Guard ships, from Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL). “The upgraded SRGM version has enhanced capability to perform against fast manoeuvring targets like missiles and fast-attack crafts, while increasing the maximum engagement range. It will boost the Navy’s firepower,” said the MoD. With the availability of requisite capability for indigenous development of ammunition, both in terms of manufacturing and technology, the DAC also approved procurement of 125 mm APFSDS (armour piercing fin stabilized discarding sabot) ammunition for the Army as a “design and development case”. The ammunition being procured will have a 70% indigenous content, said the MoD. |
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Submarines, AK 203 rifles — two Make in India projects Modi govt set to push on priority
New Delhi: The Narendra Modi government is pushing for two major Make in India projects — six conventional submarines for Navy, and AK 203 rifles factory — to get them off the ground over the next few months, ThePrint has learnt.
The awaited tender for 114 fighter jets could, however, take time, said sources in the defence establishment.
Tenders for the Naval Utility Helicopters and the Kamov deal are among the other projects on the anvil, said the sources.
Last week, the government had released a new negative import list for defence systems.
The two chosen projects
Sources said the tender for the six conventional submarines with Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) system will be issued “soon”. The state-run MDL and the private player L&T are the frontrunners for this mega project, P75I.
The procurement of these six diesel-electric submarines also features in the negative import list.
The India-Russia joint project for the manufacture of the AK 203 rifles is the other project that is likely to get a push. This could be firmed up before the expected summit between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin in October, said the sources.
The deal was first announced in 2018 amid tremendous excitement, but hit a roadblock over price negotiations. The Indo-Russia Rifles Pvt. Ltd, a joint venture between the Ordnance Factory Board (OFB), the Kalashnikov Concern and Rosoboronexport (the Russian state agency for military exports), has failed to arrive at an offer price for the AK 203 rifle.
It was expected that the price of each rifle would be around $1,100 per piece, but it has risen due to a number of issues. The defence ministry has now constituted a committee to break this logjam.
The delay has forced the Army to order SiG 716 rifles from the US under a fast-tracked process to arm its frontline troops. With 72,000 SiG rifles already delivered, the Army is now pursuing emergency procurement of another 72,000.
The other projects
Earlier this week, ThePrint had identified seven mega Make in India projects that are yet to begin despite Modi government’s public announcements. The two projects that are now set to get a push featured in the list.
Sources indicated that a third project involving new fighters for the Indian Air Force could take time.
India is currently in the process of inducting the 36 Rafale fighters ordered from France in 2016. There is speculation that India could decide to buy additional 36 Rafale jets and fall back on greater numbers of Tejas Mk 1A and Tejas Mark II aircraft. However, there is no clarity on this yet.
Meanwhile, the sources added that work is on to issue formal tenders for the Naval Utility Helicopters and Kamov choppers too.
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New Delhi: The Narendra Modi government is pushing for two major Make in India projects — six conventional submarines for Navy, and AK 203 rifles factory — to get them off the ground over the next few months, ThePrint has learnt.
The awaited tender for 114 fighter jets could, however, take time, said sources in the defence establishment.
Tenders for the Naval Utility Helicopters and the Kamov deal are among the other projects on the anvil, said the sources.
Last week, the government had released a new negative import list for defence systems.
The two chosen projects
Sources said the tender for the six conventional submarines with Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) system will be issued “soon”. The state-run MDL and the private player L&T are the frontrunners for this mega project, P75I.
The procurement of these six diesel-electric submarines also features in the negative import list.
The India-Russia joint project for the manufacture of the AK 203 rifles is the other project that is likely to get a push. This could be firmed up before the expected summit between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin in October, said the sources.
The deal was first announced in 2018 amid tremendous excitement, but hit a roadblock over price negotiations. The Indo-Russia Rifles Pvt. Ltd, a joint venture between the Ordnance Factory Board (OFB), the Kalashnikov Concern and Rosoboronexport (the Russian state agency for military exports), has failed to arrive at an offer price for the AK 203 rifle.
It was expected that the price of each rifle would be around $1,100 per piece, but it has risen due to a number of issues. The defence ministry has now constituted a committee to break this logjam.
The delay has forced the Army to order SiG 716 rifles from the US under a fast-tracked process to arm its frontline troops. With 72,000 SiG rifles already delivered, the Army is now pursuing emergency procurement of another 72,000.
The other projects
Earlier this week, ThePrint had identified seven mega Make in India projects that are yet to begin despite Modi government’s public announcements. The two projects that are now set to get a push featured in the list.
Sources indicated that a third project involving new fighters for the Indian Air Force could take time.
India is currently in the process of inducting the 36 Rafale fighters ordered from France in 2016. There is speculation that India could decide to buy additional 36 Rafale jets and fall back on greater numbers of Tejas Mk 1A and Tejas Mark II aircraft. However, there is no clarity on this yet.
Meanwhile, the sources added that work is on to issue formal tenders for the Naval Utility Helicopters and Kamov choppers too.
Submarines, AK 203 rifles — two Make in India projects Modi govt set to push on priority
Tenders for the submarines are expected to be issued ‘soon’ while the Indo-Russian AK 203 rifles could be finalised by October.
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Exclusive: Indian Army Getting Deadly AK-203 Assault Rifles
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India and Russia set to close deal for over 6 lakh AK 203 rifles, production to start soon
The first 20,000 AK 203 rifles will be imported from Russia at a cost of about Rs 80,000 a piece. The rest are to be manufactured in India as part of a joint venture.
New Delhi: The long-pending AK 203 rifles deal with Russia, under Make in India, has been finalised and a final contract is being legally vetted by both sides before the signing process, ThePrint has learnt.
Sources in the defence and security establishment said the production of the over 6 lakh rifles would begin by the end of this year, and that they have export potential as well.
Under the deal, the first 20,000 AK 203 rifles, which will be the mainstay of the armed forces for years to come, will be imported from Russia at a cost of about $1,100 (or Rs 80,000) a piece depending on the conversion rate.
The rest of the guns are to be manufactured in India as part of a joint venture — Indo-Russia Rifles Private Limited — established between the Indian Ordnance Factory Board (OFB), Kalashnikov Concern, and Rosoboronexport, the Russian state agency for military exports. While OFB has a 50.5 per cent stake in the joint venture, Kalashnikov has 42 per cent and Rosoboronexport 7.5 per cent.
The cost of these Make in India rifles would be a “little less” than what the imported ones will cost, the sources said, refusing to get into specifics.
The deal was first announced in 2018 amid tremendous excitement, but hit a roadblock over price negotiations, with the OFB quoting a higher price than the Russian product because of the extra man hours it would take and other issues.
The defence ministry had even constituted a committee to break this logjam.
The delay had forced the Army to order SiG 716 rifles from the US under a fast-tracked process to arm its frontline troops. With 72,000 SiG rifles already delivered, the Army is now pursuing emergency procurement of another 72,000.
“The contract for AK 203 is undergoing legal vetting and would be inked very soon,” a source said.
ThePrint had reported on 13 August that the AK 203 production has become a top priority for the Narendra Modi government and every effort is being made to get it going fast.
A modern assault rifle
The AK-203 is one of the most modern assault rifles from the stable of Kalashnikov Concern, which churns out the famous AK-series rifles, including AK-47.
The rifle is chambered to fire 7.62×39 mm ammunition (same as the AK-47).
The new rifles will replace the 5.56×45 mm INSAS (Indian Small Arms System), which have been in use for over two decades.
Compared to the AK-103, which was originally meant for joint production, the AK-203 comes with collapsible stock that can be adjusted according to the shooter’s height.
There is a different safety mechanism for the rifle, because of which the soldier does not have to lose contact with the grip when changing firing modes during an operation.
There is also a new flash hider that comes handy when the assault rifle is used with night vision, as flash from the firing of a bullet can hamper visibility.
The rifle comes with a new barrel and also an interchangeable magazine with the standard 30 and 50 rounds.
The AK 47 magazine can be used with the AK 203.
Interestingly, the government had appointed Major General Sanjeev Sengar as the CEO of the Amethi factory where the rifles would be manufactured.
The decision to appoint a serving Major General as the Amethi factory’s CEO is a first in decades for the Army.
The Army has been concerned over low quality and delivery problems when it comes to ordnance factories’ products, so if this new model for the AK-203 factory is successful, it might just pave the way for a new set-up to oversee such facilities.
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The first 20,000 AK 203 rifles will be imported from Russia at a cost of about Rs 80,000 a piece. The rest are to be manufactured in India as part of a joint venture.
New Delhi: The long-pending AK 203 rifles deal with Russia, under Make in India, has been finalised and a final contract is being legally vetted by both sides before the signing process, ThePrint has learnt.
Sources in the defence and security establishment said the production of the over 6 lakh rifles would begin by the end of this year, and that they have export potential as well.
Under the deal, the first 20,000 AK 203 rifles, which will be the mainstay of the armed forces for years to come, will be imported from Russia at a cost of about $1,100 (or Rs 80,000) a piece depending on the conversion rate.
The rest of the guns are to be manufactured in India as part of a joint venture — Indo-Russia Rifles Private Limited — established between the Indian Ordnance Factory Board (OFB), Kalashnikov Concern, and Rosoboronexport, the Russian state agency for military exports. While OFB has a 50.5 per cent stake in the joint venture, Kalashnikov has 42 per cent and Rosoboronexport 7.5 per cent.
The cost of these Make in India rifles would be a “little less” than what the imported ones will cost, the sources said, refusing to get into specifics.
The deal was first announced in 2018 amid tremendous excitement, but hit a roadblock over price negotiations, with the OFB quoting a higher price than the Russian product because of the extra man hours it would take and other issues.
The defence ministry had even constituted a committee to break this logjam.
The delay had forced the Army to order SiG 716 rifles from the US under a fast-tracked process to arm its frontline troops. With 72,000 SiG rifles already delivered, the Army is now pursuing emergency procurement of another 72,000.
“The contract for AK 203 is undergoing legal vetting and would be inked very soon,” a source said.
ThePrint had reported on 13 August that the AK 203 production has become a top priority for the Narendra Modi government and every effort is being made to get it going fast.
A modern assault rifle
The AK-203 is one of the most modern assault rifles from the stable of Kalashnikov Concern, which churns out the famous AK-series rifles, including AK-47.
The rifle is chambered to fire 7.62×39 mm ammunition (same as the AK-47).
The new rifles will replace the 5.56×45 mm INSAS (Indian Small Arms System), which have been in use for over two decades.
Compared to the AK-103, which was originally meant for joint production, the AK-203 comes with collapsible stock that can be adjusted according to the shooter’s height.
There is a different safety mechanism for the rifle, because of which the soldier does not have to lose contact with the grip when changing firing modes during an operation.
There is also a new flash hider that comes handy when the assault rifle is used with night vision, as flash from the firing of a bullet can hamper visibility.
The rifle comes with a new barrel and also an interchangeable magazine with the standard 30 and 50 rounds.
The AK 47 magazine can be used with the AK 203.
Interestingly, the government had appointed Major General Sanjeev Sengar as the CEO of the Amethi factory where the rifles would be manufactured.
The decision to appoint a serving Major General as the Amethi factory’s CEO is a first in decades for the Army.
The Army has been concerned over low quality and delivery problems when it comes to ordnance factories’ products, so if this new model for the AK-203 factory is successful, it might just pave the way for a new set-up to oversee such facilities.
India and Russia set to close deal for over 6 lakh AK 203 rifles, production to start soon
The first 20,000 AK 203 rifles will be imported from Russia at a cost of about Rs 80,000 a piece. The rest are to be manufactured in India as part of a joint venture.
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INDIA AND RUSSIA SET TO CLOSE DEAL FOR OVER 6 LAKH AK-203 RIFLES, PRODUCTION TO START SOON
New Delhi: The long-pending AK-203 rifles deal with Russia, under Make in India, has been finalised and a final contract is being legally vetted by both sides before the signing process.
Sources in the defence and security establishment said the production of the over 6 lakh rifles would begin by the end of this year, and that they have export potential as well.
Under the deal, the first 20,000 AK-203 rifles, which will be the mainstay of the armed forces for years to come, will be imported from Russia at a cost of about $1,100 (or Rs 80,000) a piece depending on the conversion rate.
The rest of the guns are to be manufactured in India as part of a joint venture — Indo-Russia Rifles Private Limited — established between the Indian Ordnance Factory Board (OFB), Kalashnikov Concern, and Rosoboronexport, the Russian state agency for military exports. While OFB has a 50.5 per cent stake in the joint venture, Kalashnikov has 42 per cent and Rosoboronexport 7.5 per cent.
The cost of these Make in India rifles would be a “little less” than what the imported ones will cost, the sources said, refusing to get into specifics.
The deal was first announced in 2018 amid tremendous excitement, but hit a roadblock over price negotiations, with the OFB quoting a higher price than the Russian product because of the extra man hours it would take and other issues.
The defence ministry had even constituted a committee to break this logjam.
The delay had forced the Army to order SiG 716 rifles from the US under a fast-tracked process to arm its frontline troops. With 72,000 SiG rifles already delivered, the Army is now pursuing emergency procurement of another 72,000.
“The contract for AK-203 is undergoing legal vetting and would be inked very soon,” a source said.
The AK-203 production has become a top priority for the Narendra Modi government and every effort is being made to get it going fast.
A Modern Assault Rifle
The AK-203 is one of the most modern assault rifles from the stable of Kalashnikov Concern, which churns out the famous AK-series rifles, including AK-47.
The rifle is chambered to fire 7.62×39 mm ammunition (same as the AK-47).
The new rifles will replace the 5.56×45 mm INSAS (Indian Small Arms System), which have been in use for over two decades.
Compared to the AK-103, which was originally meant for joint production, the AK-203 comes with collapsible stock that can be adjusted according to the shooter’s height.
There is a different safety mechanism for the rifle, because of which the soldier does not have to lose contact with the grip when changing firing modes during an operation.
There is also a new flash hider that comes handy when the assault rifle is used with night vision, as flash from the firing of a bullet can hamper visibility.
The rifle comes with a new barrel and also an interchangeable magazine with the standard 30 and 50 rounds.
The AK 47 magazine can be used with the AK-203.
Interestingly, the government had appointed Major General Sanjeev Sengar as the CEO of the Amethi factory where the rifles would be manufactured.
The decision to appoint a serving Major General as the Amethi factory’s CEO is a first in decades for the Army.
The Army has been concerned over low quality and delivery problems when it comes to ordnance factories’ products, so if this new model for the AK-203 factory is successful, it might just pave the way for a new set-up to oversee such facilities.
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New Delhi: The long-pending AK-203 rifles deal with Russia, under Make in India, has been finalised and a final contract is being legally vetted by both sides before the signing process.
Sources in the defence and security establishment said the production of the over 6 lakh rifles would begin by the end of this year, and that they have export potential as well.
Under the deal, the first 20,000 AK-203 rifles, which will be the mainstay of the armed forces for years to come, will be imported from Russia at a cost of about $1,100 (or Rs 80,000) a piece depending on the conversion rate.
The rest of the guns are to be manufactured in India as part of a joint venture — Indo-Russia Rifles Private Limited — established between the Indian Ordnance Factory Board (OFB), Kalashnikov Concern, and Rosoboronexport, the Russian state agency for military exports. While OFB has a 50.5 per cent stake in the joint venture, Kalashnikov has 42 per cent and Rosoboronexport 7.5 per cent.
The cost of these Make in India rifles would be a “little less” than what the imported ones will cost, the sources said, refusing to get into specifics.
The deal was first announced in 2018 amid tremendous excitement, but hit a roadblock over price negotiations, with the OFB quoting a higher price than the Russian product because of the extra man hours it would take and other issues.
The defence ministry had even constituted a committee to break this logjam.
The delay had forced the Army to order SiG 716 rifles from the US under a fast-tracked process to arm its frontline troops. With 72,000 SiG rifles already delivered, the Army is now pursuing emergency procurement of another 72,000.
“The contract for AK-203 is undergoing legal vetting and would be inked very soon,” a source said.
The AK-203 production has become a top priority for the Narendra Modi government and every effort is being made to get it going fast.
A Modern Assault Rifle
The AK-203 is one of the most modern assault rifles from the stable of Kalashnikov Concern, which churns out the famous AK-series rifles, including AK-47.
The rifle is chambered to fire 7.62×39 mm ammunition (same as the AK-47).
The new rifles will replace the 5.56×45 mm INSAS (Indian Small Arms System), which have been in use for over two decades.
Compared to the AK-103, which was originally meant for joint production, the AK-203 comes with collapsible stock that can be adjusted according to the shooter’s height.
There is a different safety mechanism for the rifle, because of which the soldier does not have to lose contact with the grip when changing firing modes during an operation.
There is also a new flash hider that comes handy when the assault rifle is used with night vision, as flash from the firing of a bullet can hamper visibility.
The rifle comes with a new barrel and also an interchangeable magazine with the standard 30 and 50 rounds.
The AK 47 magazine can be used with the AK-203.
Interestingly, the government had appointed Major General Sanjeev Sengar as the CEO of the Amethi factory where the rifles would be manufactured.
The decision to appoint a serving Major General as the Amethi factory’s CEO is a first in decades for the Army.
The Army has been concerned over low quality and delivery problems when it comes to ordnance factories’ products, so if this new model for the AK-203 factory is successful, it might just pave the way for a new set-up to oversee such facilities.
India And Russia Set To Close Deal For Over 6 Lakh AK-203 Rifles, Production To Start Soon
New Delhi: The long-pending AK-203 rifles deal with Russia, under Make in India, has been finalised and a final contract is being le...
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Russian deal for 6 lakh AK-203 rifles nearly done, reports say: How it will give lethal edge to Indian troops
The deal between India and Russia for the production of 6 lakh AK-203 rifles under the ‘Make in India’ policy has reportedly been finalised and the signing process is set to start soon.
According to a report in The Print, the production could start as early as the end of this year.
India’s troops have been waiting to get their hands on a state-of-the-art rifle for some years now.
So when news emerged last year that Russia’s defence manufacturer Kalashnikov Concern and India were in negotiations for manufacturing a version of the legendary Kalashnikov rifle in Indian factories (such as the one in Amethi), most Indian military observers agreed that this was long overdue.
Subsequent events at the border with China this year have only magnified the urgency of quickly shoring up India’s firepower – and the modernised AK-203 rifles are a step in that direction.
The AK-203 is a new version of the legendary AK-47 assault rifle.
The decision to procure these came after multiple complaints from troops on the ground that the performance of the Indian Small Arms System (INSAS) rifles was below par.
The Indian Army’s search for a rifle to replace them culminated in the Kalashnikov. The fact that Russia is India’s largest arms supplier helped smoothen and fast-track the process.
A flagship of the Russian small arms industry, Kalashnikov Concern manufactures 95 per cent of all small arms in Russia.
Interestingly, India has also reportedly doubled the order for the initial batch of the 72,400 American Sig Sauer assault rifles amid the ongoing tensions with China. But the bulk of the replacements for the INSAS rifles will be the AK-203, manufactured in Uttar Pradesh’s Amethi.
All about the AK-203
While both the AK-203 and INSAS have a rotary bolt-locking system and are gas operated, the former’s enhanced grip, foldable and adjustable buttstock, and an extra finger trigger tab give it the clear edge.
While the INSAS (5.56 x 45 mm) can be used in a three-round burst and single shot mode, the AK-203 (7.62 x 39 mm) has a semi-automatic and automatic mode.
The AK-203 also has the advantage of being the lighter among the two rifles. Further, the AK-203 has clinical accuracy and carries more bullets. Like the INSAS, the AK-203’s effective range is around 400 metres.
Soldiers’ complaints with the INSAS have included gun jamming, oil drips and the rifle entering the auto mode on its own.
The AK-203 is a world-class, all-weather durable rifle that can carry a knife-bayonet or 40-mm under-barrel grenade launcher, according to the Kalashnikov website. It also comes with a side dove-tail mounting rail that enhances night sights.
The fire accuracy of cyclic bursts is far superior thanks to the AK-203’s muzzle brakes.
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The deal between India and Russia for the production of 6 lakh AK-203 rifles under the ‘Make in India’ policy has reportedly been finalised and the signing process is set to start soon.
According to a report in The Print, the production could start as early as the end of this year.
India’s troops have been waiting to get their hands on a state-of-the-art rifle for some years now.
So when news emerged last year that Russia’s defence manufacturer Kalashnikov Concern and India were in negotiations for manufacturing a version of the legendary Kalashnikov rifle in Indian factories (such as the one in Amethi), most Indian military observers agreed that this was long overdue.
Subsequent events at the border with China this year have only magnified the urgency of quickly shoring up India’s firepower – and the modernised AK-203 rifles are a step in that direction.
The AK-203 is a new version of the legendary AK-47 assault rifle.
The decision to procure these came after multiple complaints from troops on the ground that the performance of the Indian Small Arms System (INSAS) rifles was below par.
The Indian Army’s search for a rifle to replace them culminated in the Kalashnikov. The fact that Russia is India’s largest arms supplier helped smoothen and fast-track the process.
A flagship of the Russian small arms industry, Kalashnikov Concern manufactures 95 per cent of all small arms in Russia.
Interestingly, India has also reportedly doubled the order for the initial batch of the 72,400 American Sig Sauer assault rifles amid the ongoing tensions with China. But the bulk of the replacements for the INSAS rifles will be the AK-203, manufactured in Uttar Pradesh’s Amethi.
All about the AK-203
While both the AK-203 and INSAS have a rotary bolt-locking system and are gas operated, the former’s enhanced grip, foldable and adjustable buttstock, and an extra finger trigger tab give it the clear edge.
While the INSAS (5.56 x 45 mm) can be used in a three-round burst and single shot mode, the AK-203 (7.62 x 39 mm) has a semi-automatic and automatic mode.
The AK-203 also has the advantage of being the lighter among the two rifles. Further, the AK-203 has clinical accuracy and carries more bullets. Like the INSAS, the AK-203’s effective range is around 400 metres.
Soldiers’ complaints with the INSAS have included gun jamming, oil drips and the rifle entering the auto mode on its own.
The AK-203 is a world-class, all-weather durable rifle that can carry a knife-bayonet or 40-mm under-barrel grenade launcher, according to the Kalashnikov website. It also comes with a side dove-tail mounting rail that enhances night sights.
The fire accuracy of cyclic bursts is far superior thanks to the AK-203’s muzzle brakes.
Russian deal for 6 lakh AK-203 rifles nearly done, reports say: How it will give lethal edge to Indian troops
When news emerged that Russia’s Kalashnikov and India were in negotiations for manufacturing a version of the legendary rifle in Amethi, Indian military observers agreed this was long overdue.
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The Defense exhibition Model that was put on Display didn't had ""enhanced grip, foldable and adjustable buttstock, and an extra finger trigger tab give it the clear edge.""Russian deal for 6 lakh AK-203 rifles nearly done, reports say: How it will give lethal edge to Indian troops
The deal between India and Russia for the production of 6 lakh AK-203 rifles under the ‘Make in India’ policy has reportedly been finalised and the signing process is set to start soon.
According to a report in The Print, the production could start as early as the end of this year.
India’s troops have been waiting to get their hands on a state-of-the-art rifle for some years now.
So when news emerged last year that Russia’s defence manufacturer Kalashnikov Concern and India were in negotiations for manufacturing a version of the legendary Kalashnikov rifle in Indian factories (such as the one in Amethi), most Indian military observers agreed that this was long overdue.
Subsequent events at the border with China this year have only magnified the urgency of quickly shoring up India’s firepower – and the modernised AK-203 rifles are a step in that direction.
The AK-203 is a new version of the legendary AK-47 assault rifle.
The decision to procure these came after multiple complaints from troops on the ground that the performance of the Indian Small Arms System (INSAS) rifles was below par.
The Indian Army’s search for a rifle to replace them culminated in the Kalashnikov. The fact that Russia is India’s largest arms supplier helped smoothen and fast-track the process.
A flagship of the Russian small arms industry, Kalashnikov Concern manufactures 95 per cent of all small arms in Russia.
Interestingly, India has also reportedly doubled the order for the initial batch of the 72,400 American Sig Sauer assault rifles amid the ongoing tensions with China. But the bulk of the replacements for the INSAS rifles will be the AK-203, manufactured in Uttar Pradesh’s Amethi.
All about the AK-203
While both the AK-203 and INSAS have a rotary bolt-locking system and are gas operated, the former’s enhanced grip, foldable and adjustable buttstock, and an extra finger trigger tab give it the clear edge.
While the INSAS (5.56 x 45 mm) can be used in a three-round burst and single shot mode, the AK-203 (7.62 x 39 mm) has a semi-automatic and automatic mode.
The AK-203 also has the advantage of being the lighter among the two rifles. Further, the AK-203 has clinical accuracy and carries more bullets. Like the INSAS, the AK-203’s effective range is around 400 metres.
Soldiers’ complaints with the INSAS have included gun jamming, oil drips and the rifle entering the auto mode on its own.
The AK-203 is a world-class, all-weather durable rifle that can carry a knife-bayonet or 40-mm under-barrel grenade launcher, according to the Kalashnikov website. It also comes with a side dove-tail mounting rail that enhances night sights.
The fire accuracy of cyclic bursts is far superior thanks to the AK-203’s muzzle brakes.
Russian deal for 6 lakh AK-203 rifles nearly done, reports say: How it will give lethal edge to Indian troops
When news emerged that Russia’s Kalashnikov and India were in negotiations for manufacturing a version of the legendary rifle in Amethi, Indian military observers agreed this was long overdue.
But now this Article suggests that all these will be the part of AKs we are getting ,,,,,, Whats Your say on this?
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SCO meet: Rajnath to press Russia for timely delivery of S-400 Triumfs, AK 203 rifles deal may be finalised
Moscow: As India is entangled in a bitter border standoff with China in eastern Ladakh, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday reached Russia to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO). Singh will be meeting his Russian counterpart Sergey Shoigu to boost bilateral defence cooperation between the two countries.
Notably, both India and China are members of SCO. The SCO comprises eight member states -- India, Kazakhstan, China, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. Beijing is being represented by Chinese Defence Minister Gen Wei Fenghe, while Pakistan's Pervez Khattak may attend the meeting of the influential bloc. India became a member of the SCO in 2017.
Ahead of his departure, Singh said, "India and Russia are privileged Strategic Partners. Looking forward to further this partnership during my visit."
Officials stated that Singh would urge Shoigu to ensure timely delivery of defence-related equipment, like the weapons systems, ammunition and spares.
The long-pending AK 203 rifles deal is expected to be finalised during Singh’s visit. It is being said that the defence minister will also request his Russia counterpart to ensure the timely delivery of the S-400 missile defence systems to India. The first batch of the missile systems is scheduled to be delivered to New Delhi by the end of 2021.
This is Singh’s second visit to Russia since June. On June 24, he attended the Victory Day Parade at Red Square in Moscow on June 24 that commemorated the 75th anniversary of the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in the Second World War. In a rare sight, tri-Service contingent of 75 personnel from the Indian Armed forces, participated in Russia's 75th World War II Victory Day parade.
The SCO member nations are expected to deliberate on regional security challenges like terrorism and extremism. The SCO is one of the largest transregional international organisations which accounts for almost 44 per cent of the world population. At present, the SCO counts four observer states, namely Afghanistan, Belarus, Iran and Mongolia.
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Moscow: As India is entangled in a bitter border standoff with China in eastern Ladakh, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday reached Russia to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO). Singh will be meeting his Russian counterpart Sergey Shoigu to boost bilateral defence cooperation between the two countries.
Notably, both India and China are members of SCO. The SCO comprises eight member states -- India, Kazakhstan, China, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. Beijing is being represented by Chinese Defence Minister Gen Wei Fenghe, while Pakistan's Pervez Khattak may attend the meeting of the influential bloc. India became a member of the SCO in 2017.
Ahead of his departure, Singh said, "India and Russia are privileged Strategic Partners. Looking forward to further this partnership during my visit."
Officials stated that Singh would urge Shoigu to ensure timely delivery of defence-related equipment, like the weapons systems, ammunition and spares.
The long-pending AK 203 rifles deal is expected to be finalised during Singh’s visit. It is being said that the defence minister will also request his Russia counterpart to ensure the timely delivery of the S-400 missile defence systems to India. The first batch of the missile systems is scheduled to be delivered to New Delhi by the end of 2021.
This is Singh’s second visit to Russia since June. On June 24, he attended the Victory Day Parade at Red Square in Moscow on June 24 that commemorated the 75th anniversary of the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in the Second World War. In a rare sight, tri-Service contingent of 75 personnel from the Indian Armed forces, participated in Russia's 75th World War II Victory Day parade.
The SCO member nations are expected to deliberate on regional security challenges like terrorism and extremism. The SCO is one of the largest transregional international organisations which accounts for almost 44 per cent of the world population. At present, the SCO counts four observer states, namely Afghanistan, Belarus, Iran and Mongolia.
SCO meet: Rajnath to press Russia for timely delivery of S-400 Triumfs, AK 203 rifles deal may be finalised
The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation comprises eight member states -- India, Kazakhstan, China, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan.
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Both sides welcomed the advance stage of discussions for the establishment in India of an India-Russian Joint Venture for the production of AK203 assault rifles which are considered one of the most modern weapons available for infantry forces.
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India, Russia finalise AK-47 203 rifles deal
India and Russia have finalised a major deal for manufacturing AK-47 203 rifles in India during defence minister Rajnath Singh's ongoing visit here, the official Russian media reported on Thursday.
The AK-47 203 is the latest and most advanced version of the AK-47 rifle, which will replace the Indian Small Arms System (INSAS) 5.56x45 mm assault rifle.
The Indian Army has a requirement for around 770,000 AK-47 203 rifles, of which 100,000 will be imported and the rest will be manufactured in India, Russia's state-run Sputnik news agency said.
The rifles will be manufactured in India as part of the joint venture Indo-Russia Rifles Private Limited (IRRPL), established between the Ordnance Factory Board (OFB), the Kalashnikov Concern and Rosoboronexport — the Russian state agency for military exports, it said.
There was no official confirmation from the Indian government on the finalisation of the deal.
The OFB would own a majority stake of 50.5 per cent in IRRPL while the Kalashnikov Group would have a 42 per cent share. Russia's state-owned export agency, Rosoboronexport, would own the remaining 7.5 per cent, the report said.
The 7.62×39 mm Russian weapon will be produced at the Korwa Ordnance Factory in Uttar Pradesh, which was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi last year, the report said.
The cost of per rifle is expected to be around $1,100, including the cost of technology transfer and of setting up the manufacturing unit, according to the report.
The INSAS, which is use since 1996, has developed some issues such as jamming and magazine cracking at higher altitudes in the Himalayas, the Sputnik report said.
India and Russia have finalised a major deal for manufacturing AK-47 203 rifles in India during defence minister Rajnath Singh's ongoing visit here, the official Russian media reported on Thursday.
The AK-47 203 is the latest and most advanced version of the AK-47 rifle, which will replace the Indian Small Arms System (INSAS) 5.56x45 mm assault rifle.
The Indian Army has a requirement for around 770,000 AK-47 203 rifles, of which 100,000 will be imported and the rest will be manufactured in India, Russia's state-run Sputnik news agency said.
The rifles will be manufactured in India as part of the joint venture Indo-Russia Rifles Private Limited (IRRPL), established between the Ordnance Factory Board (OFB), the Kalashnikov Concern and Rosoboronexport — the Russian state agency for military exports, it said.
There was no official confirmation from the Indian government on the finalisation of the deal.
The OFB would own a majority stake of 50.5 per cent in IRRPL while the Kalashnikov Group would have a 42 per cent share. Russia's state-owned export agency, Rosoboronexport, would own the remaining 7.5 per cent, the report said.
The 7.62×39 mm Russian weapon will be produced at the Korwa Ordnance Factory in Uttar Pradesh, which was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi last year, the report said.
The cost of per rifle is expected to be around $1,100, including the cost of technology transfer and of setting up the manufacturing unit, according to the report.
The INSAS, which is use since 1996, has developed some issues such as jamming and magazine cracking at higher altitudes in the Himalayas, the Sputnik report said.
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India, Russia Finalise Major Deal For AK-203 Assault Rifles
MOSCOW: India and Russia have finalised a major deal for manufacturing AK-47 203 rifles in India during defence minister Rajnath Singh's ongoing visit here, the official Russian media reported on Thursday.
The AK-47 203 is the latest and most advanced version of the AK-47 rifle, which will replace the Indian Small Arms System (INSAS) 5.56x45 mm assault rifle.
The Indian Army has a requirement for around 770,000 AK-47 203 rifles, of which 100,000 will be imported and the rest will be manufactured in India, Russia's state-run Sputnik news agency said.
The Ministry of Defence, in a statement, said: "Both sides welcomed the advance stage of discussions for the establishment in India of an India-Russian Joint Venture for the production of AK203 assault rifles which are considered one of the most modern weapons available for infantry forces”.
This provides a very positive basis for further engagement of Russian defence industry in the 'Make-in-India' programme, it said.
“Gen. Shoigu reiterated commitment of the Russian side to engage actively with our MOD to ensure the success of the 'Make-in-India' programme,” the statement added.
The rifles will be manufactured in India as part of the joint venture Indo-Russia Rifles Private Limited (IRRPL), established between the Ordnance Factory Board (OFB), the Kalashnikov Concern and Rosoboronexport - the Russian state agency for military exports, it said.
The OFB would own a majority stake of 50.5 per cent in IRRPL while the Kalashnikov Group would have a 42 per cent share. Russia's state-owned export agency, Rosoboronexport, would own the remaining 7.5 per cent, the report said.
The 7.62×39 mm Russian weapon will be produced at the Korwa Ordnance Factory in Uttar Pradesh, which was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi last year, the report said.
The cost of per rifle is expected to be around $1,100, including the cost of technology transfer and of setting up the manufacturing unit, according to the report.
The INSAS, which is use since 1996, has developed some issues such as jamming and magazine cracking at higher altitudes in the Himalayas, the Sputnik report said.
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MOSCOW: India and Russia have finalised a major deal for manufacturing AK-47 203 rifles in India during defence minister Rajnath Singh's ongoing visit here, the official Russian media reported on Thursday.
The AK-47 203 is the latest and most advanced version of the AK-47 rifle, which will replace the Indian Small Arms System (INSAS) 5.56x45 mm assault rifle.
The Indian Army has a requirement for around 770,000 AK-47 203 rifles, of which 100,000 will be imported and the rest will be manufactured in India, Russia's state-run Sputnik news agency said.
The Ministry of Defence, in a statement, said: "Both sides welcomed the advance stage of discussions for the establishment in India of an India-Russian Joint Venture for the production of AK203 assault rifles which are considered one of the most modern weapons available for infantry forces”.
This provides a very positive basis for further engagement of Russian defence industry in the 'Make-in-India' programme, it said.
“Gen. Shoigu reiterated commitment of the Russian side to engage actively with our MOD to ensure the success of the 'Make-in-India' programme,” the statement added.
The rifles will be manufactured in India as part of the joint venture Indo-Russia Rifles Private Limited (IRRPL), established between the Ordnance Factory Board (OFB), the Kalashnikov Concern and Rosoboronexport - the Russian state agency for military exports, it said.
The OFB would own a majority stake of 50.5 per cent in IRRPL while the Kalashnikov Group would have a 42 per cent share. Russia's state-owned export agency, Rosoboronexport, would own the remaining 7.5 per cent, the report said.
The 7.62×39 mm Russian weapon will be produced at the Korwa Ordnance Factory in Uttar Pradesh, which was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi last year, the report said.
The cost of per rifle is expected to be around $1,100, including the cost of technology transfer and of setting up the manufacturing unit, according to the report.
The INSAS, which is use since 1996, has developed some issues such as jamming and magazine cracking at higher altitudes in the Himalayas, the Sputnik report said.
India, Russia Finalise Major Deal For AK-203 Assault Rifles
MOSCOW: India and Russia have finalised a major deal for manufacturing AK-47 203 rifles in India during defence minister Rajnath Sing...
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AK-203 deal in “advance stage of discussions”
From the Indian MoD statement yesterday following
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From the Indian MoD statement yesterday following
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The words "almost final", "finalized", "very soon" -- are used like fillers nowadays, they have absolutely no meaning ! 'Soon' can be anywhere between 3 yrs to 5 yrs if we are lucky. 
