<h1>Bharat Forge Launches New Defence Facility Near Pune to Produce Advanced Artillery Gun Systems for India's Military</h1> Bharat Forge Limited has commenced operations at a 300,000 square foot defence manufacturing facility near Pune. The plant will produce indigenously developed Advanced Towed Artillery Gun Systems for India's Ministry of Defence. The company has also begun exporting these 155mm howitzers to allied nations after receiving necessary approvals. Located in Jejuri with strategic highway access and proximity to suppliers, the facility aims to enhance India's artillery capabilities and promote defence technology independence while leveraging the region's skilled workforce and ecosystem.