Adani and DRDO unveil India's first vehicle-mounted counter-drone system
What's the story
Adani Defense & Aerospace, along with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has unveiled India's first vehicle-mounted counter-drone system at Aero India 2025. The state-of-the-art setup was launched by Dr BK Das, Director General (Electronics & Communication System), DRDO. This is a major step forward in indigenous technology and highlights India's focus on bolstering its defense capabilities.
Technological leap
A significant stride in defense preparedness
The vehicle-mounted counter-drone system is a testament to the growing collaboration between public and private sectors in India's defense industry. It marks a significant stride in enhancing the nation's defense preparedness against evolving aerial threats. The system offers long-range protection, agility, and precision, making it an invaluable asset for modern defense forces.
System capabilities
Advanced features of the machine
The setup comes with advanced sensors for automatic detection, classification, as well as neutralization of drones. It is integrated onto a single 4x4 vehicle, making it a highly mobile and self-sufficient counter-drone solution. The system compries a high-energy laser system for precise drone neutralization, SIGINT (Signals Intelligence), a 7.62mm gun for aerial threat engagement, advanced radar, electro-optical sensors, and jammers for real-time target acquisition within 10km.
Executive insights
Adani Defense & Aerospace CEO lauds defense innovation ecosystem
Ashish Rajvanshi, the CEO of Adani Defense & Aerospace, lauded the unveiling as a testament to the success of India's defense innovation ecosystem. He said his firm is proud to translate DRDO's cutting-edge technology into an operationally-ready solution that strengthens our armed forces' ability to tackle evolving drone threats. The launch of this system underscores India's commitment to developing advanced defense technologies indigenously and bolsters national security.