Ashok Leyland, the Indian flagship of the Hinduja Group and the largest supplier of logistics vehicles to the Indian Army, announced that its defence business has secured multiple orders valued at more than Rs 700 crore. The vehicles to be supplied under these orders will fulfil defence sector needs of troop transportation, logistics, and other specialised mobility requirements under the Close-in Weapon Systems (CIWS) program. With these orders, Ashok Leyland further solidifies its position as a leader in advanced land mobility solutions for the armed and paramilitary forces.
The recently awarded contracts encompass a diverse range of specialised vehicles, including the Stallion 4x4, Stallion 6x6, Short Chassis Bus, and Mobility System Travelling Platform. These vehicles combine superior reliability with exceptional off-road capability, ensuring seamless manoeuvrability across the country's most demanding terrains, meeting various operational requirements.
Shenu Agarwal, MD & CEO, Ashok Leyland, said, "For decades, Ashok Leyland has been a trusted partner in defence mobility. We are immensely proud to have secured these new orders, which reinforce Ashok Leyland's leadership in the sector and reaffirm our commitment to deliver cutting-edge solutions for the armed forces. The defence business remains a key pillar of Ashok Leyland's future growth."
Amandeep Singh, President – Defence Business, Ashok Leyland said, "As a proud proponent of ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat', we are committed to strengthening India's defence capabilities through indigenous design and manufacturing in the defence mobility sector. Our vehicle platforms, ranging from 4x4 to 12x12, packed with contemporary defence-specific requirements, including armouring, known for their versatility and durability, remain the backbone of logistics and specialist needs of armed forces. As the largest supplier of logistics vehicles to the Indian Army, we take immense pride in supporting our forces and remain committed to delivering these orders on time. Our future defence order and tender pipeline is also quite robust."
