Archive · 13 Aug 2025
SMPP Fuels India’s Defense: Atmanirbhar Bharat
An Indian company called SMPP is making advanced protective gear for soldiers.
They recently got a big order to supply bulletproof jackets and helmets that are designed to withstand strong bullets, even those that can pierce through armor.
These products are made entirely in India and meet tough international standards.
SMPP is also working on drones and selling its products to many countries, showing India's progress in making its own defense equipment.
SMPP Ltd., an Indian company, is revolutionizing defense manufacturing.
The company secured the Emergency Procurement 5 (EP-5) order from the Ministry of Defence.
The EP-5 order includes 27,700 advanced Bullet Proof Jackets (BPJs) and 11,700 Ballistic Helmets.
SMPP's gear is designed and manufactured in India, meeting global standards.
The company is expanding into drones and counter-drone systems while exporting its products to over 25 countries.
- Who
- SMPP Ltd., led by Mr. Ashish Kansal, and the Indian Ministry of Defence.
- What
- SMPP Ltd. is revolutionizing defense manufacturing, including supplying advanced bulletproof gear.
- When
- SMPP has been in business for over 30 years, and recently secured the EP-5 order.
- Where
- India, with exports spanning over 25 countries.
- Why
- To strengthen India's self-reliance in defense and protect soldiers.
Challenges Facing the Defense Industry
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Challenges Facing the Defense Industry
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Solutions
Collaboration between the public and private sectors is key to overcoming these challenges.
- Company
- SMPP Ltd.
- CEO
- Mr. Ashish Kansal
- Order
- Emergency Procurement 5 (EP-5)
- Products
- Bullet Proof Jackets, Ballistic Helmets, Drones
- Materials
- CaraSTOP-B4C (boron carbide ceramic)
- Patents
- 9 patents granted
- Export Countries
- Over 25