Agneyastra Energetics Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited (KSSL)—the defence business of Bharat Forge—has commenced development of a strategic defence manufacturing facility near Madakasira in Sri Sathya Sai District, Andhra Pradesh.
The integrated manufacturing campus, spread across more than 1,000 acres, will be developed with a planned investment of ₹1,500 crore over the next two to four years. The facility is expected to strengthen India’s indigenous capabilities in advanced energetics and ammunition systems used in defence and aerospace applications.
The company said the campus will incorporate advanced manufacturing technologies, testing infrastructure with high safety standards, and specialised logistics capabilities aimed at supporting next-generation defence production requirements.
The project is expected to create around 800 direct jobs and nearly 2,500 indirect employment opportunities, while further positioning Andhra Pradesh as a growing aerospace and defence manufacturing hub.
Agneyastra Energetics has been established to reduce India’s dependence on imported energetics materials by developing indigenous and globally compliant solutions. The initiative aligns with the Government of India’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision focused on local manufacturing and technological self-reliance.
Mr. Baba Kalyani, Chairman & Managing Director, Bharat Forge Limited, said: “India has a significant opportunity to emerge as a globally trusted source for advanced defence systems and critical materials. Agneyastra Energetics is a strategic step towards building a strong indigenous energetics ecosystem and globally competitive capabilities from India for both domestic and international markets.”
Backed by the Kalyani Group’s longstanding expertise in defence manufacturing, metallurgy, and systems integration, the company aims to strengthen India’s defence industrial ecosystem and contribute to the country’s long-term Viksit Bharat 2047 vision.