Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has secured a supply order from the Indian Army’s Corps of EME for the overhaul and upgrade of the indigenous Pinaka Multi-Rocket Launcher Systems. This partnership focuses on enhancing the operational availability and modernization of Pinaka regiments. It includes managing obsolescence, upgrading sub-systems, and providing technical support. L&T will supply critical spares and support modernization efforts.
Pinaka Rocket Launcher Systems Partnership
Larsen & Toubro (L&T) and the Indian Army have entered into a partnership to sustain and upgrade the In-Service Pinaka Rocket Launcher Systems. L&T has been awarded a supply order by the Corps of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers (EME) of the Indian Army to overhaul, upgrade, and manage obsolescence of the indigenous Pinaka Multi-Rocket Launcher Systems. This was announced on January 8, 2026.
Focus on Modernization
The partnership between L&T and the Indian Army aims to enhance the long-term operational availability and modernization of Pinaka regiments currently in service. The program is intended to address managing outdated components, upgrading critical sub-systems, and providing sustained technical support to the Army Base Workshops. This arrangement will also reinforce the Public Private Partnership model in defense sustenance and lifecycle support for frontline artillery systems.
Project Implementation
Under this initiative, 510 Army Base Workshop (ABW) EME will undertake the overhaul and upgrade of critical electronics and systems, leveraging existing expertise. L&T, as the OEM, will supply critical spares and support the modernization of sub-systems, shifting from conventional maintenance practices to a structured, lifecycle-based sustenance and upgrade framework.
Pilot Program and Future Plans
In the initial phase, L&T will collaborate with 510 ABW to undertake a pilot overhaul of the Pinaka Launcher and Battery Command Post. Upon successful completion of the pilot phase, remaining systems will be overhauled by 510 ABW of the Corps of EME, with L&T continuing to provide critical spares, technical support, and quality oversight.
Strategic Significance
This model is expected to serve as a blueprint for similar lifecycle management and upgrade programs across other defense platforms. This strengthens India’s self-reliant and future-ready defense ecosystem aligning with the Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision. This partnership marks a paradigm shift, showcasing closer industry-Indian Army collaboration.
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