India Receives First Israeli NEGEV LMGs Under Make in India

Israel Weapons Industries delivered the first batch of 2,000 NEGEV LMGs to India under Make in India.

“Jerusalem An Israeli defence manufacturer has supplied the first batch of light machine guns (LMGs) to India under the government’s ‘Make in India’ initiative, marking a significant step in bilateral defence cooperation and indigenous production”

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The NEGEV is among the lightest 7.62mm LMGs with semi-automatic capability, deployed by the IDF.

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PLR Systems, a joint venture between IWI and the Adani Group, marks India's first private company manufacturing small arms.

An additional 4,000 units are scheduled for delivery later this year.

The NEGEV uses 7.62mm ammunition capable of penetrating fortified cover, suitable for urban combat.

It offers semi-automatic and fully automatic modes and multi-domain mounting options.

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Equipped with Picatinny rails and tritium night sights for low-light targeting.

Compatibility with NATO standards ensures durability and interoperability.

It is compatible with a computerized weapon system to enhance operational effectiveness.

India-Israel defence cooperation has expanded beyond sales to joint development and technology transfer.

“A leading Israeli small arms manufacturer has delivered the first batch of light machine guns (LMGs) to India under the ‘Make in India’ initiative with technology transfer”

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PLR Systems has secured a contract for 1.7 lakh close-quarter battle carbines.

This milestone signals a deepening strategic partnership amid a complex regional security environment.