Prayagraj, 17 June (HS): Under the aegis of Headquarters

Madhya Bharat Area, a significant stride towards ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’, 508 Army

Base Workshop at Cheokki has successfully rolled out the first overhauled 8x8

Euro Vehicle, marking a major milestone in strengthening the Indian Army’s

indigenous maintenance capabilities. This landmark achievement highlights the

growing technical prowess, innovation, and dedication of the Corps of

Electronics and Mechanical Engineers (EME) in sustaining complex and critical

military platforms. The successful overhaul underscores the Army’s commitment

to enhancing operational readiness through self-reliant and indigenised

solutions.

The initiative not only reduces dependence on external

support but also reinforces the capability of in-house military infrastructure

to undertake advanced maintenance and life-extension of sophisticated

equipment. This milestone further strengthens the Indian Army’s resolve to

continue advancing indigenous capabilities in defence maintenance and

sustainment, informed Pro & Spokesperson, Ministry of Defence, Prayagraj.

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi