Enhancing Atmanirbharta: Indigenously Developed ‘Asmi’ Machine Pistols
New Delhi, November 5. In a significant boost to the nation’s Atmanirbharta initiative, Indian Army inducted 550 ‘Asmi’ machine pistols into Northern Command. The weapon which has been developed by Colonel Prasad Bansod of the Indian Army, in collaboration with DRDO is being manufactured indigenously by Lokesh Machine, Hyderabad.
The ‘Asmi’ machine pistol is a robust, compact and reliable weapon designed for close quarter battles and specialised operations. Its unique semi-bullpup design allows for single-handed operation both as a pistol and submachine gun.
This 100% Made-in-India weapon’s induction demonstrates the unwavering commitment of Indian Army towards Atmanirbhar Bharat to propel the Nation towards self sufficiency in defence manufacturing.
