The Republic Day parade in New Delhi will see India’s first indigenous, long-range artillery gun Dhanush, or Desi Bofors, showcased for the first time. Dhanush, manufactured by Jabalpur-based Gun Carriage Factory, is comparable to the latest weapon systems used by different countries. The 155-mm gun costs about Rs 14.50 crore a piece.Telugu Breaking News
Dhanush’ is comparable to the latest weapon systems used by different countries. Besides features like electronic gun-laying and sighting systems, the indigenous gun has a strike range of 38 km, which is 11 km more than the imported Bofors guns. “The ‘Dhanush’ project has received support and active cooperation from other ordinance factories and PSUs such as SAIL, BEL, and many private sector companies.
Dhanush’ is comparable to the latest weapon systems used by different countries. Besides features like electronic gun-laying and sighting systems, the indigenous gun has a strike range of 38 km, which is 11 km more than the imported Bofors guns. “The ‘Dhanush’ project has received support and active cooperation from other ordinance factories and PSUs such as SAIL, BEL, and many private sector companies.