AK-203 Followed by AK-19 Carbines and PPK-20 Submachine Guns in Amethi, Talks with Russia

India and Russia plan to co-produce AK-19 carbines and PPK-20 submachine guns in Amethi post AK-203. Discussions for complete technology transfer from Russia are in progress. This would bolster India's military might and promote the Make in India initiative.
AK-19 Carbine and PPK-20 Submachine Gun

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India and Russia are elevating their defense partnership to new heights. The two nations have planned to co-produce AK-19 carbines and PPK-20 submachine guns at the Indo-Russian Rifles Private Limited (IRRPL).

Technology transfer discussions from Russia are ongoing to facilitate domestic production of these weapons in India, with an eye towards future exports. This move will strengthen India's military and fuel the Make in India initiative.

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AK-19 Carbine

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Benefits for India:

The AK-19 is light and reliable, suitable for high-altitude locations like Ladakh and anti-terror operations. Domestic production will reduce costs. The technology will remain in India, boosting export income.

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PPK-20 Submachine Gun: Features and Advantages

The PPK-20 is a compact yet powerful submachine gun designed for close combat encounters.

PPK-20 Submachine Gun

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Benefits for India: The PPK-20 is ideal for police and special forces, especially for raids on terrorist hideouts. Its domestic production will create jobs and establish India as a significant player in weapon exports.

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Joint Production Plans

Indo-Russian Rifles Private Limited (IRRPL) in Amethi, Uttar Pradesh, will be the project center. Production of AK-203 rifles has already commenced, with AK-19 and PPK-20 to follow. With technology transfer from Russia, India is aiming for 100% indigenous production. IRRPL targets manufacturing over 600,000 weapons by 2030, potentially completing the target ahead of time.

Benefits for India
Challenges and Future Prospects

Earlier setbacks due to production delays and costs have been overcome. Future challenges include monitoring the impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict and Western sanctions. Nonetheless, this partnership will empower India to become self-reliant in arms production, establishing itself as a regional power.

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