In a significant visit to Kanpur, ADGQA (S) Major General Samir Kashyap carried out a comprehensive inspection of Gliders India Limited's unit, the Ordnance Parachute Factory. During his tour, he lauded the team at GIL for their exceptional manufacturing prowess and adherence to stringent product quality standards, highlighting the unit's critical role in India's defence sector.
Detailed Production and Quality Assessment
Major General Kashyap meticulously observed the ongoing production activities in the P 2 and P 6 production shops, gaining firsthand insights into the operational workflows. He also examined the factory laboratory, where various testing and research activities are conducted to ensure the reliability and performance of defence products.
Focus on Specialized Defence Products
During the inspection, he visited the P 7 inspection area, where he gathered detailed information about the quality control measures for special and specific defence products. This segment of the visit underscored the factory's commitment to precision and safety in manufacturing critical defence equipment.
Subsequently, Major General Kashyap viewed an array of products displayed in the factory exhibition hall, further appreciating the technological advancements and innovation embedded in GIL's offerings. His visit reinforced the importance of such facilities in bolstering India's self-reliance in defence manufacturing, with Kanpur emerging as a key hub in this endeavour.
