DRDO's Counter-Drone System Ready for Production

• 10 Jan 2024

Recently, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully developed and demonstrated its counter-drone system, now ready for production.

Key Points

• New Orders: The Defence Ministry revealed that several armed services and internal security agencies have witnessed the system, with initial orders already placed.
• DRDO is now directing efforts towards high-end Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) while collaborating with private industries for smaller drone capabilities.
• Integrated Anti-Drone System: DRDO's anti-drone system encompasses detection, identification, and neutralization capabilities.
• Three Services have placed 23 orders with BEL for this technology, adaptable to diverse challenges, including border security.
• Transfer of Technology (ToT) to Private Industries: BEL, Adani, Larsen & Toubro (L&T), and Icom have received ToT for the anti-drone technologies.
• Capable of countering various drone types, including micro drones.
• Focus on Anti-Drone Technology: DRDO emphasizes collaboration with the industry for anti-drone technology.
• Research and Development (R&D) efforts primarily directed at countering drone threats.
• Advancements in UAV Development: Tapas Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) UAV for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance is in advanced developmental trials.
• Short-range armed UAV Archer is under development for reconnaissance, surveillance, and low-intensity conflict.