Bharat Forge And Turgis Gaillard Sign Mou To Manufacture AAROK UAV In India

(MENAFN- KNN India) New Delhi, Jun 18 (KNN) Bharat Forge, a leading Indian defence manufacturer, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with French defence company Turgis Gaillard to jointly supply the AAROK unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to the Indian Ministry of Defence.

Under this agreement, Bharat Forge will set up a local production line for the AAROK UAV, enhancing India's self-reliance in defence manufacturing.

The production facility will ensure full control over the maintenance and overhaul of the UAVs, boosting India's defence preparedness and sovereignty.

The AAROK is a medium-altitude long-endurance (MALE) UAV designed to offer advanced surveillance and strike capabilities at minimal cost.

It is equipped with electromagnetic sensors and radar systems, allowing it to perform long-range surveillance missions from high altitudes while staying beyond the range of enemy defences.

With a payload capacity of over 1.5 tonnes, the UAV can deliver precision munitions from a distance, making it a valuable asset for multi-domain operations.

It can strike deep into enemy territory, disrupt defensive infrastructure, and target surface-to-air missile systems effectively. The drone also boasts an impressive flight endurance of over 24 hours.

This strategic collaboration is expected to strengthen India's indigenous defence ecosystem and meet the increasing operational requirements of the Indian armed forces.

(KNN Bureau)

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