An MoU for the integration of BDL weapon systems, including as the Astra and Smart Anti-Airfield Weapon on Rafale aircraft for the Indian Armed Forces and potential export market, has been signed by Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) and Dassault Aviation Pvt Ltd.

To collaborate on research initiatives and technological development for all missiles and undersea weapons, BDL and IIT, Ropar have signed a memorandum of understanding.

In addition to the aforementioned agreements, BDL has also struck agreements with other companies, such as Mahindra Defense Systems, Newspace Technologies, and Ashok Leyland Defence Systems Limited.

In the presence of the Honorable Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh, the MoUs were exchanged with the relevant Companies during the Bandhan Ceremony, which was held in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, in conjunction with Defexpo 2022.