Business Update27 Apr 2026, 09:24 am
Bharat Forge & DRDO Flag-off Vikram VT 21 Armoured Platforms
AI Summary
Bharat Forge Ltd, in collaboration with VRDE (DRDO), Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL), and supported by MSMEs, has flagged off the Vikram VT 21 project, which includes the development of Advanced Armoured Platform- Wheeled (AAP-Wh) and Advanced Armoured Platform-Tracked (AAP-Tr). The Vikram VT 21 has cleared the Technical Evaluation Committee (TEC) for WH-AFV and FICV of the Ministry of Defence and is ready for the Indian Armed Forces and global export market. Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited (KSSL), a wholly-owned subsidiary, is committed to partnering with DRDO to enhance India's strategic capabilities.
Key Highlights
- Vikram VT 21 project develops advanced armoured platforms with DRDO and TASL.
- The platforms are battle-ready in under three years using the DCPP model.
- Vikram VT 21 cleared TEC for WH-AFV and FICV of the Defence Ministry.
- KSSL is committed to partnering with DRDO for strategic capabilities.