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Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), established in 1954 under the Ministry of Defence, is a Navratna Public Sector Undertaking (PSU). BEL’s vision is to be a world-class professional electronics company, and its mission is to be customer-focused, globally competitive, and driven by quality, technology, and innovation.
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Technological Leadership
BEL is a multi-product, multi-technology company delivering solutions in radars, missile systems, communication and C4I systems, electronic warfare, avionics, naval systems, tank electronics, electro-optics, and strategic components. It maintains leadership through in-house R&D, collaborations with defence labs, and academic partnerships.
Key Achievements
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Akash Air Defence Weapon System – Indigenous design and manufacturing.
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Coastal Surveillance System – Securing India’s 7,500 km coastline.
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Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) – Transparent, tamper-proof elections.
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COVID-19 ICU Ventilators – Rapid production of 30,000 units.
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Advanced Radars and Tank Upgrades – Enhancing national defence capabilities.
Make in India and Civil Expansion
BEL supports Make in India through indigenization, R&D, outsourcing, and modernization. It is expanding into aviation, anti-drone systems, satellites, solar energy, railways & metro, cybersecurity, smart cities, energy storage, medical electronics, and AI applications.
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Global Presence
BEL has offices in Oman, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, Singapore, and New York. Exports and offsets remain key growth areas, helping India strengthen its global technology presence.
Navratna PSU Excellence
As a Navratna PSU, BEL combines technology, engineering, and innovation to support India’s defence forces, enhance national security, and expand into civilian and global markets. BEL remains committed to being self-reliant, innovative, and globally competitive.
More Info: Bharat Electronics Limited Official Website