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Indian Express
26-06-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
Developed by Pune's ARDE and Bharat Forge: Close Quarter Battle carbine ready for frontline ops
A FULLY indigenous and highly effective system for counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism (CI/CT) operations, the Close Quarter Battle (CQB) carbine developed by the Pune-based facility of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and manufactured by Pune-headquartered Bharat Forge as development partner — is ready to be inducted into the Indian Army for frontline operations. The lightweight, compact and effective weapon system has been designed by the Pune based Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE) which is a key facility of Armament and Combat Engineering Cluster of the DRDO. A post on X by the DRDO read, 'Significantly boosting Atma Nirbharta in critical technology, 5.56×45 mm CQB Carbine, designed and developed by Armament Research and Development Establishment and produced by Bharat Forge Ltd selected as L1 in Indian Army Request for Proposal (RFP).' An RFP was initiated by the Ministry of Defence for procurement of more than 4.23 lakh units of the Close Quarter Battle carbines in November 2022. The CQB designed by ARDE and manufactured by the development partner, Bharat Forge Ltd was also fielded. Many other industries also fielded their respective products. After extensive performance evaluation and other quality and maintainability trials, five weapons were qualified. CQB carbine fielded by Bharat Forge Limited and designed by ARDE was the lowest bidder (L1), DRDO officials said. ARDE selected Bharat Forge Limited and Advanced Weapons and Equipment India Limited (AWEIL) — which is a government of India enterprise — through a competitive bidding process for development contracts and established the technology with both industry partners in a span of two years. The CQB weapons manufactured by both the industry partners had qualified in the RFP trials and Bharat Forge manufactured system emerged as the lowest bidder. The 5.56×45 mm CQB carbine is a light weight, compact, effective weapon for use in close combat CI/CT operations. The design of CQB carbine is based on the high strength steel alloy based machined upper and lower bodies with bottom opening configuration. The CQB carbine is designed to fire in-service 5.56×45 mm ammunition. One of the unique features is it can fire both the NATO ammunition and INSAS ammunition. The weapon weighs less than 3.3kg with an effective range of 200 meters. ARDE-Bharat Forge CQB is a 100 percent Make in India weapon, DRDO officials said. The carbine uses forged steel technology and metal injection moulding technology which makes it highly reliable and accurate. The weapon is equipped with a 30 round magazine with a very high rate of fire. The weapon was tested in all terrains, operating conditions and in temperature ranges from subzero to scorching heat conditions. 'It is a case of full synergy between the development agency and manufacturing agency which has led to the success of the product making the DRDO proud.' an officer said. ARDE has already developed a 7.62×51 mm Assault Rifle named Ugram, which means ferocious. Ugram's design is based on the CQB Carbine platform and has an effective range of 500 meters. This weapon is being manufactured by Hyderabad based Dvipa Defence India Pvt Ltd as a development partner. Sushant Kulkarni is a Special Correspondent with The Indian Express in Pune with 12+ years of experience covering issues related to Crime, Defence, Internal Security and Courts. He has been associated with the Indian Express since July 2010. Sushant has extensively reported on law and order issues of Pune and surrounding area, Cyber crime, narcotics trade and terrorism. His coverage in the Defence beat includes operational aspects of the three services, the defence research and development and issues related to key defence establishments. He has covered several sensitive cases in the courts at Pune. Sushant is an avid photographer, plays harmonica and loves cooking. ... Read More
Time of India
25-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
DRDO fires ahead: Pune lab develops Close Quarter Battle (CQB) Carbine — know more about the made-in-India weapon
NEW DELHI: In a significant boost to India's defence capabilities and the government's Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative, the Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE), a unit of the ( ) based in Pune, has successfully developed an indigenously designed Close Quarter Battle (CQB) Carbine. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Designed specifically to support the operational needs of the Indian Armed Forces, the new CQB carbine is intended for use in urban warfare, anti-terror operations, and other close-quarter combat scenarios where precision, speed, and compactness are critical. Gaurav Verma, Scientist 'F' and Joint Director at ARDE, who led the development team, described the weapon as a 'game changer.' Gaurav stated that the CQB carbine weighs 3.3 kg and is less than 800 mm in length. It is highly effective at ranges of up to 200 metres, making it ideal for close-quarter battle scenarios. 'This weapon, designed by me and my team, is a very potent weapon. It weighs 3.3 kg and has a size of less than 800mm. It is very effective for a range of 200 mtrs and especially for close-quarter battle operations. This will be a game changer in the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative of the government.' The carbine's compact design and high effectiveness are expected to enhance the tactical capability of Indian forces. (With input from agency)
Business Upturn
23-06-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Bharat Forge shares trade in green as DRDO-carbine project worth Rs 2,000 crore gains traction
By Aditya Bhagchandani Published on June 23, 2025, 09:27 IST Shares of Bharat Forge Ltd were trading in green on Monday morning, rising 0.88% to ₹1,289.60 after news reports, including one by IDRW, highlighted the company's significant involvement in a ₹2,000 crore Close Quarter Battle (CQB) carbine contract for the Indian Army. The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Bharat Forge's subsidiary, Kalyani Strategic Systems Ltd, emerged as the lowest bidder (L1) in a major procurement tender, as per the Indian Army's recent update. The tender is aimed at replacing the decades-old Sterling carbines, with a modern, lightweight, and modular 5.56x45mm CQB carbine. Bharat Forge's manufacturing capabilities and investment in domestic defense infrastructure played a key role in securing the deal. As of 9:22 AM, Bharat Forge shares were trading at ₹1,289.60, up ₹11.30 from the previous close of ₹1,278.30. The company's market capitalization stood at ₹614.73 billion. The stock has touched an intraday high of ₹1,288.70 so far. The move is expected to boost Bharat Forge's defense segment revenues and reinforce its standing as a major player in India's indigenization efforts under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. Disclaimer: The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial or investment advice. Stock market investments are subject to market risks. Always conduct your own research or consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions. Author or Business Upturn is not liable for any losses arising from the use of this information. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Aditya Bhagchandani serves as the Senior Editor and Writer at Business Upturn, where he leads coverage across the Business, Finance, Corporate, and Stock Market segments. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to journalistic integrity, he not only contributes insightful articles but also oversees editorial direction for the reporting team.
