Indian Army Unveils ‘Shadows and Steel’ Video Highlighting AK-203 Rifle Manufacturing in Amethi
The Indian Army has unveiled a compelling 24-second video titled "Shadows and Steel," showcasing the assembly and firing process of the indigenous AK-203 assault rifle, also known as "Sher" (lion). This rifle is being manufactured at the Korwa plant located in Amethi, Uttar Pradesh.
The footage emphasizes the operation of the AK-203, a state-of-the-art rifle developed in collaboration between India and Russia to replace the outdated INSAS rifles. The AK-203 is designed with enhanced ergonomics and equipped with advanced optics rails. It boasts a firing rate of 700 rounds per minute, offering infantry units improved accuracy and reliability across various combat scenarios.
Production at the Amethi facility is advancing ahead of schedule, with the first entirely indigenous batch anticipated by December 2025. This production is part of the Army's broader modernization efforts to provide soldiers with next-generation, domestically-produced weaponry.
Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia commended the rifle and the progress in its manufacturing, describing it as "a testament to India’s growing defence manufacturing capability and the skill of our workforce."
The AK-203 initiative marks a significant milestone within the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' campaign, enhancing India's self-sufficiency in small arms production and bolstering the operational capabilities of its frontline troops.
