Bharat Forge Secured Rs 300 Crore Contracts under EP-VI Norms for IA, IN
In January 2026, Bharat Forge Limited (BFL)’s aerospace division secured contracts worth nearly Rs 300 crore under the current Emergency Procurement-VI (EP-VI) framework for the supply of indigenously built Unmanned systems to the Indian Army (IA) and Indian Navy (IN).
In January 2026, Bharat Forge Limited (BFL)’s aerospace division secured contracts worth nearly Rs 300 crore under the current Emergency Procurement-VI (EP-VI) framework for the supply of indigenously built Unmanned systems to the Indian Army (IA) and Indian Navy (IN).
- Under the EP-VI framework, the total value of each contract is capped at Rs 300 crore, with equipment to be delivered within one year of signing.
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- What? Securing Contracts worth Rs 300 crore under EP-VI
- By Whom? Aerospace division of BFL
- Purpose: Supply of indigenous unmanned systems (ISR and loitering munitions)
- Supply To: IA and IN
- ISR Platforms: Omega One, Omega Nine ISR drones
- Loitering Munitions: Bayonet and Cleaver
Key Details:
Key Platforms: The contracts cover a range of indigenous unmanned systems: Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) platforms, including Omega One, Omega Nine ISR drones; and loitering munitions named Bayonet and Cleaver.
- These systems are developed to meet the urgent operational requirements of India across diverse terrains, and mission profiles.
Significance of Platforms: As per BFL, Omega One was displayed during the Army Day (on January 15, 2026) in Jaipur, Rajasthan, mounted on an upgraded BMP-2 infantry combat vehicle, providing short to medium-range battlefield surveillance.
- Omega Nine is a high-endurance variant, designed specifically for longer missions to detect enemy presence, identify targets and enhance situational awareness.
- Loitering Munitions such as Bayonet and Cleaver are described as ‘kamikaze drones’, hovering over a target, identifying assets and striking with precision.
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