India Boosts Defence Exports: Rajnath Singh Flags Off Pinaka Rockets for Armenia

• Defence Minister Rajnath Singh flagged off the first batch of guided Pinaka rocket systems for Armenia from a facility in Nagpur, Maharashtra.
• This export marks a significant boost for India's defence exports, showcasing its role as a reliable supplier of advanced defence technology.
• Armenia signed a Rs 2,000 crore contract in September 2022 for four Pinaka batteries, becoming the first international customer for the DRDO-developed system.
• Deliveries of unguided Pinaka systems to Armenia began in July 2023 and were completed by late 2024.
• Singh also inaugurated a new medium calibre ammunition facility in Nagpur, emphasizing India's progress in ammunition production and the government's focus on increasing private sector involvement in defence manufacturing.

Why It Matters: India's defence exports receive a major boost as the first batch of Pinaka rockets is sent to Armenia.