Lokesh Machines Limited has delivered its first major order of the indigenously developed Asmi submachine gun (SMG) to the Indian Army’s Northern Command.

• The order was executed “on time and in full”, Lokesh Machines announced.
• The consignment was officially flagged off by Major General Rakesh Manocha, General Officer Commanding of the Telangana and Andhra sub-area, highlighting the importance of the achievement for India’s defence sector.

About Asmi submachine gun (SMG) 

Developed by Lokesh Machines based on the design provided by the Armament Research & Development Establishment (ARDE) Pune, in collaboration with the Indian Army, the gun Asmi SMG weighs under 2.4 kg. It is notably 10-15% lighter than its international competitors making it a highly competitive option for close-quarters combat.

About Lokesh Machines Limited

Lokesh Machines Limited was incorporated on 17th December 1983 and started commercial operations in 1985 at Hyderabad. Presently Lokesh is operating from six locations in Hyderabad and Pune. Lokesh exports CNC machines to Japan, Germany, Netherlands, Italy, Turkey and Russia.