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Indo-Russian Joint Venture Embarked Manufacturing AK-203 Assault Rifles in U.P.

An Indo-Russian Joint venture has started manufacturing Kalashnikov AK-203 assault rifles in Amethi, Uttar Pradesh. The Indo-Russian Rifles Private Limited plans to ensure 100 percent localization of the production of AK-203 rifles in India. The company aims to increase output and upgrade its production facilities to produce advanced rifles based on the Kalashnikov assault rifle platform.

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Indo-Russian Joint Venture Embarked Manufacturing AK-203 Assault Rifles in U.P.- Key Points

  • The Joint venture, registered and located in India has started producing Kalashnikov assault rifles.
  • The founders from the Russian side are Rosoboronexport and Kalashnikov Concern, both are subsidiaries of the Rostec State Corporation.
  • Military-Technical Cooperation between the two countries has resulted in the construction of the joint venture Indo-Russian Rifles Private Limited.
  • The launch of a series production of Kalashnikov AK-203 assault rifles, high-quality, convenient, and modern small arms will begin to enter service with India’s defense and law enforcement agencies.
  • The model combines adaptability to different shooters and high-performance characteristics along with excellent ergonomics.
  • Korwa Ordnance Factory in Amethi, Uttar Pradesh has produced the first batch of 7.62 mm Kalashnikov AK-203 assault rifles.
  • Indo-Russian Rifles Private Limited fully complies with the government of India’s Made in India initiative and Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP) 2020.
  • India is the first country to start producing the AK-200 series assault rifles of the world-famous brand.
  • The AK-200 series assault rifles have retained all the advantages of the traditional AK Scheme, reliability, durability, and ease of maintenance.
  • They have fully met the latest requirements for firearms in the world in terms of ergonomics and the ability to mount high-tech additional equipment.

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