Adani Defence & Aerospace, one of India’s leading defence and aerospace companies, won the Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers (SIDM) Champion Award 2025. The company was honoured with the SIDM Champion Award 2025 for Design, Manufacturing, and Testing Excellence in India. The award was for its cutting-edge Ammunition Complex in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh presented the award, while Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh was also present at the event, the company’s press release said.
Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers (SIDM) Champion Award
The award recognised the Adani Ammunition Complex for its technological excellence and advanced manufacturing capabilities. Spread across 500 acres, the complex represents India’s advanced and integrated ammunition manufacturing ecosystem, developed with Industry 4.0 standards, automation, and AI-driven precision systems to ensure consistency, safety, and superior quality across small, medium, and large-calibre ammunition, the press release said.
“The SIDM Champion Award is a testament to our efforts to create an indigenous, technology-driven defence manufacturing ecosystem that enhances the nation’s self-reliance and strengthens its strategic readiness. The Kanpur Ammunition Complex exemplifies how Industry 4.0-led innovation and scale can redefine India’s defence production landscape and position the country as a global manufacturing hub,” said Ashish Rajvanshi, CEO, Adani Defence & Aerospace.
The Adani Ammunition Complex continues to be a cornerstone in India’s journey towards Aatmanirbhar Bharat, enhancing national security through world-class infrastructure, advanced manufacturing, and a strong commitment to excellence.
About Adani Defence & Aerospace
Adani Defence & Aerospace, part of the Adani Group, is a pioneer in the design, development, manufacturing, and maintenance of state-of-the-art defence products. The company supports the ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative and contributes to the national security agenda. It has a vibrant ecosystem of start-ups and MSMEs with an export-oriented mindset, best-in-class processes, and quality management systems. Its objective is to ensure that those it serves stay ahead of time and remain prepared for any untoward contingencies, according to the press release.
