KSSL Wins Rs.250+ Cr MoD Contract for Unmanned Underwater Systems..
Varahi media.com online news,India,November 12, 2025:Kalyani Strategic Systems Ltd (KSSL), the defence arm of Bharat Forge Limited, has secured contracts worth over ₹2,500 million from the
Varahi media.com online news,India,November 12, 2025:Kalyani Strategic Systems Ltd (KSSL), the defence arm of Bharat Forge Limited, has secured contracts worth over ₹2,500 million from the Ministry of Defence (MoD) for the supply of advanced unmanned underwater systems.
The contract, signed on November 10, 2025, mandates delivery within 12 months (by November 2026) under Fast Track Procurement (FTP) procedures.
Key Highlights
- Contract Value: > ₹2,500 Mn
- Scope: Design, development & supply of autonomous underwater systems
- Timeline: Full delivery by November 2026
- Customer: Indian Navy

KSSL has invested over 5 years in building indigenous capabilities in unmanned marine technologies. Its Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) are already in active service with the Indian Navy.
Strategic Focus Areas:
- Unmanned Marine Systems
- Naval Guns
- Marine Equipment & Subsystems
Leadership Statement:
“The underwater domain is a critical pillar of our naval defence strategy. We are rapidly scaling capabilities to meet the Indian Navy’s mission-critical and time-sensitive requirements. KSSL remains fully committed to on-time, high-quality delivery of these cutting-edge solutions.”

Kalyani Strategic Systems Ltd is a 100% subsidiary of Bharat Forge Ltd, spearheading India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative in advanced defence technologies, with a strong focus on indigenous design, development, and manufacturing.