Colonel Prasad Bansod developed the Asmi submachine pistol in collaboration with DRDO.
In order to promote the country’s “Atmanirbhar Bharat” plan, the Indian Army has inducted 550 “ASMI” submachine guns to the Northern Command. The weapon was developed by Colonel Prasad Bansode of the Indian Army in collaboration with the Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO). It is manufactured by Lokesh Machinery Company of Hyderabad.
In fact, the Indian Army has taken a big step towards making its soldiers more high-tech. The Army has 550 ASMI submachine guns in its Northern Command. The pistol is entirely domestically produced and is an important step towards India’s self-reliance.
Compact and reliable weapon
The ASMI submachine gun is a rugged, compact and reliable weapon designed for close combat and special operations. Its unique semi-bullpup design allows it to be operated one-handed as both a pistol and a submachine gun. The launch of this 100% made-in-India weapon reflects the Indian Army’s strong commitment to India’s self-reliance to lead the country towards self-reliance in defense manufacturing.
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