Indian Army Buses: The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed a ₹197.35 crore deal with Ashok Leyland Defence Systems Ltd. The contract is for buying 500 specially designed Pre-fabricated Short Chassis Buses. These buses are built to handle rough mountain roads and come with advanced safety features. They will help the Army move troops quickly and safely in tough terrains.
According to Bharat Shakti, the buses are part of the “Buy (Indian-IDDM)” program, which means they are made in India. This supports the government’s ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ (Self-Reliant India) plan to boost local manufacturing. The deal will also create jobs and help grow India’s defence industry.
The Indian Army has been working on using advanced technologies like AI, robotics, and drones. These efforts are part of its Vision 2047 goals to become a more modern tech-oriented force.
Ashok Leyland
Ashok Leyland is a leading Indian vehicle manufacturer, known for trucks, buses, and defence vehicles. Founded in 1948 and based in Chennai, it specializes in heavy-duty vehicles. The company is an important supplier to the Indian Army, providing rugged vehicles for troop movement and equipment transport in tough terrains.
Ashok Leyland supports India’s ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative by manufacturing locally, creating jobs, and boosting defence production.
