SMPP to supply Army with AK-47 resistant protection gear

By Staff Report July 5, 2025 6:06 pm IST

SMPP Limited bagged a ₹300 crore Indian Army contract to supply bulletproof jackets and AK-47-resistant helmets, boosting soldier protection with advanced gear.

SMPP Limited, a renowned Indian manufacturer of soldier protection gear, has obtained contracts worth over ₹300 crore with the Indian Army under the Emergency Procurement Policy 5. The purchases include 11,700 advanced ballistic helmets and 27,700 bulletproof jackets.

The bulletproof jackets include unique load distribution systems and quick-release mechanisms to improve mobility and safety. The helmets are the first in India to be engineered to withstand AK-47 rifle bullets with reinforced steel cores.

Dr. Shiv Chand Kansal, Chairman and Managing Director of SMPP, stated, “This order reinforces our commitment to our motto: protect those who protect us.”

According to Ashish Kansal, Director and CEO, “SMPP commands over 90% of the domestic personal protection gear market.” He stated that the company has submitted 17 patents, with 10 granted.

Over 90% of SMPP’s revenue comes from government contracts, and its products are exported to more than 23 nations in Europe and Asia. SMPP, certified under ISO 9001:2015, AS 9120, and NIJ standards, generated revenue of ₹536 crore in FY24. The company is growing its R&D and production capabilities to support India’s defence self-reliance.