DEFENCE ammunition manufactured at Ordnance Factory Khamaria (OFK), Jabalpur has emerged as a major attraction for global defence manufacturers and representatives from various countries at the World Defence Show (WDS) 2026 held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Under the banner of Munitions India Limited (MIL), OFK Jabalpur showcased its advanced and indigenous defence products at the India Pavilion, which has been set up for the first time at this prestigious international defence exhibition.

 

The display reflects India’s growing strength and self-reliance in defence manufacturing. The defence ammunition exhibited by OFK Jabalpur includes 30 mm BMP Ammunition, Air Bombs, 84 mm Ammunition, Multimode Hand Grenades, Artillery Fuzes and other critical products. These exhibits have received significant interest from international defence manufacturers, military officials and industry experts attending the event. Earlier, the India Pavilion at WDS 2026 was inaugurated by Raksha Rajya Mantri Sanjay Seth. During his visit to the Munitions India Limited stall, the Minister was warmly received by Sanjay Hazari, Chairman and Managing Director, MIL, along with OFK Jabalpur, Chief General Managar, ShaileshVagerwal and other senior officials. Munitions India Limited (MIL) is a Defence Public Sector Enterprise functioning under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India. It is the country’s largest manufacturer and market leader in the production, development, research and marketing of a comprehensive range of ammunition and explosives for the Indian Armed Forces.

 

MIL operates 12 state-of-the-art production facilities across the country, with integrated capabilities for manufacturing small, medium and large calibre ammunition, mortars, rockets and hand grenades. MIL is participating in the third edition of the World Defence Show 2026 held on February 8 and 9. The India Pavilion, spread over 400 square metres, also features other major Indian Defence Public Sector Undertakings such as Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL). India’s participation at WDS 2026 aims to showcase the country’s indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities, strengthen defence ties with Saudi Arabia, and explore new avenues for industrial cooperation and global partnerships. The strong response to OFK Jabalpur’s products highlights India’s rising stature as a reliable and competitive player in the global defence sector.