India has bagged a contract to export sniper rifles. Along with sniper rifles, it has also signed deals to export ammunition worth around USD 50 million to several countries. A news package about it.
Prime Minister Modi’s Make in India initiative has ushered in a new era in many sectors. In particular, India’s military equipment production has reached around Rs 1.27 lakh crore in 2023-24.
Till 10 years ago, India used to import military equipment. India now manufactures a large number of military equipment indigenously, from small arms to artillery, guns and missiles. Also exports military equipment.
In this regard, SSS DEFENSE, a company from Karnataka, has received a contract to export .338 Lapua Magnum sniper rifles. Agreements for the export of ammunition have also been signed with many other countries.
This is seen as a significant step towards promoting self-sufficiency in military logistics production.
Bangalore-based SSS DEFENSE is a company launched under the ‘Make in India’ initiative to position India as a defense manufacturing and export hub.
Stating that it was launched with the aim of not only meeting India’s defense needs, but also making India a leader in arms exports internationally, Satish, the company’s managing director, said that the export of sniper rifles that can accurately hit targets at 1,500 meters and beyond is India’s biggest achievement.
Sniper rifles are considered an important aspect of modern warfare. Sniper rifle is preferred by military personnel due to its ability to aim accurately. These sniper rifles play an essential role in the arsenal of the Indian Army
More than 30 countries are using this .338 Lapua Magnum sniper rifle. Hence, the demand for these types of guns is high. It is said that India will be the leader in the export of this type of guns from now on.
With the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, many countries are in need of weapons. Hence India’s military exports have grown.
These sniper rifles developed by SSS DEFENSE have not only helped India’s defense sector but also created a platform for arms exports.
And India occupies a prominent place in the field of international military security.
