Hyderabad: Megha Engineering & Infrastructures Ltd (MEIL), through its group company ICOMM Tele Ltd, has secured a contract to supply 200 CSR 338 sniper rifles to the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). The rifles will be manufactured at the newly launched ICOMM CARACAL Small Arms Complex in Hyderabad, developed in partnership with UAE-based defence firm CARACAL, part of EDGE Group.
"This is not just about supplying rifles," said Sumanth Paturu, Director of ICOMM. "It's about building India's defence strength, creating skilled jobs, and bringing cutting-edge technology to Hyderabad."
The CSR 338 sniper rifle is designed for high precision and reliability. The first batch is scheduled for delivery by the end of 2025. With this contract, MEIL reinforces its commitment to Prime Minister Modi's 'Make in India' vision while positioning Hyderabad as a growing hub for defence manufacturing and innovation.
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