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Hindustan Times
14 hours ago
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- Hindustan Times
Operation Sindoor showcases India's defence tech prowess: DRDO chief
India's recent Operation Sindoor is a testament to the country's growing self-reliance in defence technology, with indigenous systems delivering decisive results, Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) chairman Samir V Kamat said on Saturday. Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) chairman Samir V Kamat during the convocation ceremony on Saturday. (HT PHOTO) Speaking at the convocation of the Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT), Kamat said the multidimensional mission along the western borders highlighted both the bravery of soldiers and the technological backbone that ensured their success. 'I can say with pride that Operation Sindoor's success was powered by homegrown systems such as Akash short- and medium-range surface-to-air missiles, BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles, the D4 anti-drone system, airborne early warning and control platforms, the Akashteer air defence control system, and advanced C4I systems,' Kamat said, adding that institutions like DIAT played a critical role in these achievements. Describing the mission as 'more than a military operation' and a declaration of India's ability to stand tall through self-reliance, strategic foresight and indigenous innovation, Kamat urged graduates to sustain the momentum, reminding them that India aims to be a developed nation and a global technology leader by 2047. He stressed that DIAT graduates are not generalists but specialists in critical domains such as quantum technology, cybersecurity, robotics, propulsion, missile systems, materials engineering, and AI—skills with direct national security applications. In an increasingly unstable geopolitical climate, he said, their expertise in developing hypersonic propulsion, stealth technologies, cyber defence, space deterrence, and AI-led combat systems would be vital. Congratulating the graduating class, Kamat said their perseverance and commitment would be central to shaping India's future defence capabilities. He noted that demand for Indian defence exports is rising in the Middle East, Southeast Asia and Africa.
News18
21 hours ago
- Politics
- News18
Next-Gen BrahMos in pipeline, says DRDO chief in Pune
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], August 9 (ANI): DRDO is looking to build a next-generation BrahMos missile, which will be a lighter, smaller version of the current version, the organisation's Chairman and Department of Defence Secretary (R&D) Samir V Kamat said on Saturday. BrahMos-NG (Next Generation) will be able to fit into any platform, unlike the current missile, which can only be used with the Sukhoi aircraft, the DRDO chief added. 'We are looking at BrahMos-NG, which is a smaller version of BrahMos, which can then be fitted on all our other platforms. Today, BrahMos can only be fitted on the Sukhoi platform, but if we can make it smaller, we can fit it on all our platforms. We are planning to start it soon," he at a press conference in Pune on the sidelines of the convocation ceremony of the Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT), Kamat also highlighted the pivotal role of indigenous technologies, including the BrahMos missile and Akashteer air defence system, in Operation Sindoor.'When it comes to offensive weapons, BrahMos was the primary weapon used, which was launched from our Sukhoi Mark 1 platform. When it comes to defensive weapon systems, the Akashteer system, the anti-drone system," he added. Kamat further mentioned how the Akashteer network helped in identifying any threats coming towards India, and also in deciding what kind of weapon could be used to neutralise such threats.'All the sensors were networked using the Akashteer, which helped in identifying the threats coming towards us and then deploying the right kind of weapon to neutralise those threats. Advanced early warning and control aircraft were also used for advanced surveillance. This is broadly what I can say without getting into too much," the DRDO Chairman while also expressing pride over the growing strength of India's defence research and development sector, Kamat mentioned, 'It's indeed a proud moment for all of us. It's a reflection of the strength of our R&D and production in the defence domain. I'm sure going ahead, this number will keep increasing."Earlier, it was reported that the annual defence production has achieved a record high of Rs 1,50,590 crore for the Financial Year (FY) 2024-25. The milestone represents a robust 18 per cent growth over the previous fiscal's output of Rs 1.27 lakh crore, and a staggering 90 per cent increase since FY 2019-20, when the figure was Rs 79,071 crore. (ANI)
India.com
a day ago
- Politics
- India.com
Do You Know Which Was Primary Offensive Weapon In Op Sindoor? DRDO Chief Reveals
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) Chairman Dr. Samir V. Kamat on Saturday shared insights into the advanced technology used during Operation Sindoor, emphasising that it helped in sensors, unmanned platforms, secure communications, AI-driven decision support, and precision weaponry. "Operation Sindoor was not merely defined by the courage and capability of our soldiers in uniform but also by the technological backbone that supported them with sensors, unmanned platforms, secure communications, and AI-based decision support, as well as precision weaponry," he said. "... This was a highly coordinated, multi-dimensional operation that addressed a high-stakes challenge along our western borders," Kamat added, ANI reported. Kamat further added that the systems used by Indian forces during Operation Sindoor included several indigenous technologies such as the Akash short-range surface-to-air missiles, medium-range surface-to-air missiles, BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles, the B-4 anti-drone system, the AEW&C airborne early warning and control system, the Akashteer system, and the C-4I system. While recalling his call with PM Modi, DRDO chairman said, " PM has given a call to all of us that as a nation we should become a developed nation as well as a technology leader by 2047..." Speaking about the offensive capabilities, Dr. Kamat stated that the BrahMos missile was the primary offensive weapon used, launched from the Sukhoi Mark 1 platform. As for defensive weapon systems, the Akashteer anti-drone system was used. "When it comes to offensive weapons, BrahMos was the primary weapon used, which was launched from our Sukhoi Mark 1 platform. When it comes to defensive weapon systems, the Akashteer system, the anti-drone system... All the sensors were networked using the Akashteer, which helped in identifying the threats coming towards us and then deploying the right kind of weapon to neutralise those threats," Kamat said during the press conference.
Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
BrahMos led the offensive, Akashteer guarded the skies: DRDO chief details weapons behind Operation Sindoor
BrahMos led the offensive, Akashteer guarded the skies: DRDO chief details weapons behind Operation Sindoor NEW DELHI: India's cutting-edge BrahMos missiles and Akashteer air defence system were pivotal in Operation Sindoor , the retaliatory strike carried out on May 7 following the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir, that claimed 26 lives, Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) chairman Samir V Kamat said on Saturday. Speaking to reporters in Pune, Kamat explained that during the offensive phase, the BrahMos missile, primarily launched from the Sukhoi Mk 1 aircraft, served as the principal strike weapon, while Akashteer formed the backbone of the defensive systems. 'When it comes to offensive weapons, BrahMos was the primary weapon used, which was launched from our Sukhoi Mark 1 platform. When it comes to defensive weapon systems, the Akashteer system, the anti-drone system and the MRSAM were used,' Kamat said, as quoted by news agency ANI. He further detailed how the Akashteer network integrated all sensors, enabling the identification of incoming threats and the selection of the right weapons to neutralise them. 'Advanced early warning and control aircraft were also used for advanced surveillance. This is broadly what I can say without getting into too much,' he added. Akashteer, a fully indigenous automated Air Defence Control and Reporting System, has proved its capability in intercepting and neutralising incoming projectiles during India-Pakistan hostilities. BrahMos, a product of Indo-Russian defence cooperation, has enhanced India's deterrent posture with its precision strikes, supersonic speed, and long range. Expressing pride in the indigenous capabilities demonstrated during Operation Sindoor, Kamat said, 'It's indeed a proud moment for all of us. It's a reflection of the strength of our R&D and production in the defence domain. I'm sure going ahead, this number will keep increasing.' The operation's success, he noted, has sparked increased interest from foreign buyers. As per ANI, India's defence exports touched a record Rs 23,622 crore in FY 2024–25, up 12 per cent from the previous year. Kamat said exports could double in the next two to three years due to global interest in systems like Pinaka, ATAGS, BrahMos and Akash. Annual defence production also reached an all-time high of Rs 1,50,590 crore in FY 2024–25 — an 18 per cent rise over the previous year and a 90 per cent jump since 2019–20. Kamat credited this growth to the central government's Atmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India initiatives, which have boosted domestic manufacturing and reduced reliance on imports. Defence minister Rajnath Singh has lauded the achievement as a clear indicator of India's growing defence industrial base, with Defence Public Sector Undertakings accounting for 77 per cent of total production and private firms contributing 23 per cent. Kamat added that interest is coming from Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, and that India's self-reliance in defence manufacturing is now not just a strategic goal but a necessity, as underscored by the recent conflict with Pakistan.
Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
"BrahMos primary offensive weapon; Akashteer, MRSAM used for defence": DRDO chairman on tech used for Operation Sindoor
DRDO Chairman Samir V Kamat highlighted the pivotal role of BrahMos missiles and Akashteer defence systems in Operation Sindoor, launched in response to the Pahalgam terror attack. BrahMos, deployed from Sukhoi Mk 1, served as the primary offensive weapon, while the indigenous Akashteer system provided crucial anti-drone defence and threat identification, showcasing India's growing defence capabilities. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) chairman, Samir V Kamat, emphasised on Saturday that India's BrahMos missiles and the Akashteer defence systems were instrumental technologies that played a key role in Operation Sindoor , carried out in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror to the DRDO chairman, the BrahMos missile , primarily launched from Sukhoi Mk 1, was used during the offensive phase. Meanwhile, the anti-drone Akashteer was the mainstay for defensive weapon systems."When it comes to offensive weapons, BrahMos was the primary weapon used, which was launched from our Sukhoi Mark 1 platform. When it comes to defensive weapon systems, the Akashteer system, the anti-drone system and the MRSAM were used," the DRDO chairman said during a press interaction in Maharashtra's further mentioned how the Akashteer network helped in identifying any threats coming towards India, and also in deciding what kind of weapon could be used to neutralise such threats."All the sensors were networked using the Akashteer, which helped in identifying the threats coming towards us and then deploying the right kind of weapon to neutralise those threats. Advanced early warning and control aircraft were also used for advanced surveillance. This is broadly what I can say without getting into too much," the DRDO Chairman expressing pride over the growing strength of India's defence research and development sector, Kamat mentioned, "It's indeed a proud moment for all of us. It's a reflection of the strength of our R&D and production in the defence domain. I'm sure going ahead, this number will keep increasing."Earlier, it was reported that the annual defence production has achieved a record high of Rs 1,50,590 crore for the Financial Year (FY) 2024-25. The milestone represents a robust 18 per cent growth over the previous fiscal's output of Rs 1.27 lakh crore, and a staggering 90 per cent increase since FY 2019-20, when the figure was Rs 79,071 on the sidelines of the ceremony, Kamat credited the success of the Atmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India initiatives to the PM Modi-led India's fully indigenous, automated Air Defence Control and Reporting System, which intercepted and neutralised every inbound projectile amid India-Pakistan hostilities, is no longer a concept confined to defence journals, but a sharp edge of India's air BrahMos missile system has solidified India's position in defence diplomacy: Cruise Missile Triad that enables precision attacks against land and sea targets; Deterrent Capability, which strengthens India's defence posture with its supersonic speed and range and Indo-Russian Collaboration showcasing successful bilateral cooperation in defence technology Indian Armed Forces carried out Operation Sindoor on May 7 to avenge the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam on April 22, which killed 26 people.
