Hyderabad-based defence startup Dvipa Defence, in collaboration with DRDO's Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE), developed the UGRAM 7.62×51mm battle rifle in just 100 days. The rifle has successfully completed key Indian Army and MHA trials and is now under final evaluation. UGRAM is designed to replace older assault rifles in India's security forces. This development is a significant milestone in India's Aatmanirbhar Bharat defence manufacturing ecosystem, showcasing private sector-DRDO collaboration. The 7.62×51mm NATO calibre ensures compatibility with standard ammunition.
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Hyderabad Startup Dvipa Defence Develops UGRAM 7.62x51mm Battle Rifle in 100 Days with DRDO ARDE; Clears Army and MHA Trials
Key Points
- Hyderabad-based defence startup Dvipa Defence, in collaboration with DRDO's Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE), developed the UGRAM 7.62×51mm battle rifle in just 100 days
- The rifle has successfully completed key Indian Army and MHA trials and is now under final evaluation
- UGRAM is designed to replace older assault rifles in India's security forces
- This development is a significant milestone in India's Aatmanirbhar Bharat defence manufacturing ecosystem, showcasing private sector-DRDO collaboration
- The 7.62×51mm NATO calibre ensures compatibility with standard ammunition
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• UGRAM: 7.62×51mm battle rifle; Dvipa Defence (Hyderabad) + DRDO ARDE; developed in 100 days • Cleared Army + MHA trials; under final evaluation • 7.62×51mm NATO calibre; designed to replace older assault rifles in security forces • Aatmanirbhar Bharat defence; iDEX ecosystem; private-DRDO collaboration model
