Early Times Report
LEH, Aug 13: India Optel Limited (IOL), a Mini Ratna Category-I Defence Public Sector Undertaking under the Department of Defence Production, has launched the indigenous 'GARUD' High Resolution Binoculars for the civil market. Developed and manufactured by Ordnance Factory, Dehradun, a unit of India Optel Limited, GARUD embodies the spirit of 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' through indigenous design and manufacturing. With a rich legacy of precision optical manufacturing dating back to 1943, GARUD combines proven defence-grade expertise with modern technology to deliver reliable, high-quality optical performance for civilian users. GARUD offers 8x magnification and a wide 7.6-degree field of view, enabling clear observation of distant objects while retaining a broad viewing perspective. The binocular features ±5 diopter adjustment to accommodate individual eyesight, soft-touch eyecups for comfortable extended viewing and a secure, ergonomic grip. Its weather-resistant construction enables reliable use across varied outdoor conditions. |
