IWI CEO Exclusive: India Gets ‘made In India’ Negev LMGs, Big Boost To Defence Firepower

India’s defence modernisation push has received a major boost as Israel Weapons Industries delivers the first batch of 2,000 Negev 762 light machine guns under the government’s Make in India initiative. The delivery is being executed through a joint venture with the Adani Group, highlighting India’s growing defence manufacturing capabilities and strengthening strategic ties with Israel. These advanced light machine guns are expected to significantly enhance infantry firepower, while also marking a key step toward self-reliance in defence production. NDTV’s Dishha Bagchi speaks to IWI CEO Shuki Schwartz on the significance of this milestone and future collaboration plans.