What is the name of the indigenously designed and manufactured machine pistol recently inducted by the Northern Command of the Indian Army?

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The Indian Army inducted 550 units of the indigenously developed \'Asmi\' machine pistols into the Northern Command, advancing the \'Atmanirbharta\' initiative. The pistol was developed by Colonel Prasad Bansod and DRDO, and manufactured by Lokesh Machines in Hyderabad. Designed for close-quarter battles, it features a compact, lightweight, and semi-bullpup configuration, allowing efficient one-handed operation. It has a high firing rate, reliable accuracy for short to medium ranges, and is durable in tough conditions. \'Asmi\' is a 100% Make in India weapon, offering customization and rapid production for operational flexibility.

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Asmi The Indian Army inducted 550 units of the indigenously developed \'Asmi\' machine pistols into the Northern Command, advancing the \'Atmanirbharta\' initiative. The pistol was developed by Colonel Prasad Bansod and DRDO, and manufactured by Lokesh Machines in Hyderabad. Designed for close-quarter battles, it features a compact, lightweight, and semi-bullpup configuration, allowing efficient one-handed operation. It has a high firing rate, reliable accuracy for short to medium ranges, and is durable in tough conditions. \'Asmi\' is a 100% Make in India weapon, offering customization and rapid production for operational flexibility.

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