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Time of India
20-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Govt orders probe into Turkish firm working on Indore Metro project
Indore: Amid plans to start the Indore Metro operations on May 31, Madhya Pradesh govt has ordered a probe against a Turkey-based firm — which has been assigned the contract for fare collections — to scrutinise its possible involvement in any anti-India activities . The Turkish firm Asis Elektronik ve Bilisim Sistemleri (AEBS, or Asis Electronics and Information Systems) was awarded the automatic fare collection (AFC) contract last year. There were three bidders in the technical round, and AEBS won as its bid of Rs 186.5 crore was well below MPMRCL's estimate of Rs 230 crore. Congress has raised concerns over AEBS' alleged defence ties, noting that its subsidiary, AsisGuard, manufactures drones that were used by Pakistan to target India during the recent Op Sindoor conflict. Upon discovering the Turkish firm's involvement in the Indore Metro fare collection system, Madhya Pradesh urban development minister Kailash Vijayvargiya ordered an investigation. "Nation is supreme. there is no place for anti-India mentality," he posted on X on Monday. "It's alleged that drones manufactured by Turkish company 'AsisGuard', were recently used in anti-India activities. The serious fact is that this same company 'Assis' is currently contracted for the work of a digital system in Bhopal and Indore Metro projects. In this regard, instructions have been given to officials to conduct a thorough and impartial investigation," he said. "If it is found that the company has direct or indirect links with anti-India elements or its products have been used against India's security, the company's contract will be terminated. We will not compromise with the nation's honour, security and self-respect," he added. "For us, national duty is paramount. Any kind of sympathy or cooperation with anyone who stands against India's sovereignty, no matter who he is, is intolerable," Vijayvargiya remarked. The Turkish firm has been assigned the task of designing, manufacturing, supplying, installing, testing, and commissioning the Metro ticketing system. In the first phase, Indore Metro will be operational on the 6km-long 'Super Priority Corridor' that has five stations. Work on the first phase of Bhopal Metro, 7.5 km-long, is yet to be completed.
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
MP minister Kailash Vijayvargiya calls for probe into Turkish firm Asis Guard over alleged anti-India links
Madhya Pradesh minister Kailash Vijayvargiya on Monday demanded a thorough investigation into Turkish defense firm Asis Guard , which is currently involved in digital system installations for the Bhopal and Indore metro rail projects. The minister cited allegations that drones manufactured by the company were recently used in activities against India's national interests. Posting on X (formerly Twitter), Vijayvargiya stated, 'Nation above all… no place for anti-India mentality. For us, the duty towards the nation is paramount. Anyone who stands against India's sovereignty, no matter who they are, will receive no sympathy or cooperation of any kind.' He emphasised the need to examine whether Asis Guard has any direct or indirect links to elements hostile to India. "Officials have been directed to conduct a thorough and impartial investigation," he said, adding that if any evidence is found connecting the firm to anti-India activities, "the company's contract will be terminated." Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Has Honda Done It Again? The New Honda CR-V is Finally Here. TheFactualist Undo The minister's remarks come amid growing scrutiny of foreign defense firms operating in India, especially those with dual-use technologies like drones. Asis Guard, based in Turkey, is reportedly engaged in defense-grade drone manufacturing and is accused—though not officially by Indian agencies—of supplying drones that may have been used in operations against Indian interests. Vijayvargiya made it clear that national security concerns would take precedence over ongoing infrastructure contracts. 'We will not compromise on the nation's honor, security, and self-respect,' he said. Live Events There has been no official response from Asis Guard or the Turkish government over the matter. The metro projects in Bhopal and Indore are part of a major urban infrastructure upgrade initiative in Madhya Pradesh, and any disruption could impact project timelines.
News18
20-05-2025
- Politics
- News18
Madhya Pradesh Orders Probe Into Turkish Firm Involved In Bhopal, Indore Metro Projects
Last Updated: MP government orders probe into Turkish firm Asis Guard involved in Bhopal and Indore metro projects. Vijayvarigya said firm manufactures drones used by Pakistan against India Amid the nationwide outrage over Turkey's blind support to Pakistan, the Madhya Pradesh government has ordered a probe into a Turkish firm involved in Bhopal and Indore metro projects. MP Cabinet Minister Kailash Vijayvarigya said Turkish company 'Asis Guard", which manufactures drones used by Pakistan for attacks on India after Operation Sindoor, is currently contracted for the work of digital systems in Bhopal and Indore Metro projects. In a post on X, Vijayvarigya said instructions have been given to the officials to conduct a thorough and impartial investigation into the firm. 'If it is found that the company has direct or indirect links with anti-India elements or its products have been used against India's security, the company's contract will be terminated. We will not compromise with the nation's honour, security and self-respect," he wrote on X. Turkey came out in support of Pakistan following 'Operation Sindoor' by Indian armed forces.
India Today
19-05-2025
- Business
- India Today
Madhya Pradesh may cancel metro deal with Turkish firm over anti-India links
The Madhya Pradesh government may soon terminate its contract with Turkish company Asis Guard, which is currently involved in the digital systems of the Bhopal and Indore Metro projects. The move follows reports that drones manufactured by the company were allegedly used by Pakistan in anti-India operations, particularly during Operation company is under scrutiny for its suspected indirect involvement in activities threatening India's minister Kailash Vijayvargiya confirmed that the matter was being taken seriously and an investigation has been ordered. 'Nation first. There is no place for anti-India mentality. For us, national duty is paramount. Any kind of sympathy or cooperation with anyone who stands against India's sovereignty cannot be tolerated," Vijayvargiya tweeted.'Turkish company Asis Guard, which is engaged in manufacturing drones, has being accused that the drones manufactured by it were recently used in anti-India activities. The serious fact is that this same company Assis is currently contracted for the work of digital systems in Bhopal and Indore Metro projects,' he minister added that a detailed and impartial investigation was launched against the company and if any link to anti-national elements was found, the contract will be ROWadvertisementThe development comes after India revoked the security clearance of Turkish-based firm Celebi Aviation in the interest of "national security" after Ankara sided with Pakistan and condemned India's strikes on the neighbouring operating in the Indian aviation sector for over 15 years and employing over 10,000 people, offers its services at nine airports. The security clearance to the company, part of Turkey's Celebi, was given in November a statement issued earlier, Celebi Aviation India said it remains in full compliance with Indian aviation, national security, and tax regulations, and operates with complete rejected all allegations regarding the company's ownership and operations in India and reaffirmed its long-standing commitment to the country's aviation sector.(with inputs from PTI)Must Watch IN THIS STORY#Operation Sindoor#India-Pakistan#Pakistan#Madhya Pradesh
Daily Tribune
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Daily Tribune
Turkish Tech, Pakistani Push: A New Dimension in Border Hostilities
In a troubling escalation of hostilities along the India-Pakistan border, hundreds of advanced drones—reportedly supplied by Turkey—were deployed in a coordinated aerial offensive by Pakistan, sparking alarm in Indian defense circles and raising the specter of a broader regional conflict. On the night of May 8th and into the early hours of May 9th, Indian military sources confirm that Pakistan launched a series of aggressive maneuvers targeting military infrastructure across India's western front. The incursion included multiple violations of Indian airspace and heavy artillery fire along the Line of Control (LoC). Most notably, 300 to 400 drones attempted to breach Indian airspace at 36 different points, from Leh in the north to Sir Creek in the south. Indian air defense systems responded swiftly, successfully intercepting and neutralizing a significant number of the unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) using both kinetic weapons and electronic warfare tactics. Forensic analysis of the downed drones is currently underway, but initial assessments identify them as Songar drones manufactured by Turkish defense firm AsisGuard. The involvement of Turkish drones adds a new and complex dimension to the long-standing conflict between India and Pakistan. The revelation that Turkey—under the leadership of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan—has supplied sophisticated military technology to Pakistan is likely to strain Ankara's diplomatic relations with New Delhi and may prompt wider international scrutiny. 'This is not just a border skirmish; it represents a deliberate attempt to probe our air defense capabilities and gather sensitive military intelligence,' a senior Indian defense official said on condition of anonymity. 'The scale and coordination of the drone intrusions mark a significant escalation.' Strategic analysts warn that the use of such drones, capable of both reconnaissance and precision strikes, signals a shift in Pakistan's tactical approach and reflects a growing reliance on emerging military technologies. More concerning, however, is the potential for further entanglement of international actors in what has traditionally been a bilateral conflict. President Erdoğan's visible support for Pakistan—especially amid ongoing tensions in South Asia—has already stirred debate among global observers. The latest incident will likely amplify calls for greater accountability and transparency in international arms transfers. India remains on high alert, with increased surveillance and air defense readiness reported across its northern and western sectors. Meanwhile, diplomatic channels are expected to be activated in coming days as New Delhi prepares to register a strong protest with both Islamabad and Ankara. As tensions mount and the ground situation remains volatile, the region watches warily for the next move in what could become a defining chapter in South Asia's security landscape.
