Bharat Forge Limited (BFL) has been identified as the L1 bidder for the Indian Army’s Close Quarters Battle Carbine requirement. The bid, submitted in March 2023, involves supplying 425,000 CQB Carbines, with BFL slated to provide 60% of the total order. The contract finalization with the Ministry of Defence is currently underway. An announcement regarding this program was made by the Indian Army on October 22, 2025.
Carbine Supply Program
Bharat Forge Limited (BFL) is progressing towards securing a contract for the supply of Close Quarters Battle Carbines to the Indian Army. The company submitted its bid in March 2023 to fulfill the Army’s requirement.
Bid Status and Volume
Following rigorous trials by the Indian Army, BFL has been qualified as the L1 bidder. The order involves supplying 425,000 CQB Carbines, where BFL is expected to provide 60% of the total order volume. The commercial bids were opened in July 2025.
Contract Finalization
The contract finalization process is currently underway with the Ministry of Defence. As of October 23, 2025, the contract remains unsigned. The Indian Army acknowledged the program on October 22, 2025, during a press conference. Bharat Forge will disclose further details upon the signing of a definitive agreement.
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