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Hans India
3 days ago
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- Hans India
Op Sindoor was declaration of India's self-reliance in defence sector: DRDO
Pune: Operation Sindoor was a "declaration" of India's ability to stand tall through self-reliance, strategic foresight, and indigenous technological strength, Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) chairman Samir Kamat said on Saturday. Speaking at the 14th convocation of the Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT) here, Kamat said the highly coordinated, multi-dimensional operation along the western borders highlighted not just the courage of the soldiers, but also the technological backbone that supported them. "Operation Sindoor was more than a mission. It was a declaration of India's ability to stand tall through self-reliance, strategic foresight, and indigenous technological strength," the DRDO chief said
Indian Express
3 days ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
Sukhoi-30-launched Brahmos was the primary offensive weapon in Op Sindoor: DRDO chief
Stating that Brahmos missile launched from Sukhoi-30 MKI was the primary offensive weapon used during Operation Sindoor, chairman of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) Samir V Kamat said on Saturday that the development of a smaller version of the supersonic cruise missile, Brahmos-NG, will soon begin. He said this variant can be fitted on other aircraft because of its reduced size. Kamat was speaking to the media on the sidelines of the 14th convocation ceremony of Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT), Pune on Saturday. Speaking about Operation Sindoor during a press briefing, Kamat said, 'When it comes to offensive weapons, Brahmos was the primary weapon that we used, mainly the air-launched variant which was launched from Sukhoi-30 MKI platform. When it comes to defence weapons systems, Akash missile, the D4 anti-drone system and the MRSAM were used. All the sensors were networked using the AI-based Akashteer (indigenous automated air defence control and reporting system) which helped in identifying the threats coming towards us and deploying the right kind of weapon to neutralise them.' When asked about the development of a smaller version of the supersonic cruise missile Brahmos, Kamat said, 'Right now it is in the planning stages. We are looking at Brahmos NG which is a smaller version of Brahmos which can then be fitted on all our other aircraft. Today, Brahmos can be fitted only on the Sukhoi-30 MKI platform. But if we can make it smaller, it can be fitted on all our platforms. We are planning to start its development soon.' Brahmos is an extremely versatile stand-off range 'fire-and-forget' type supersonic cruise missile that has proved its capabilities in land-based, ship-based, air launched and submarine-based versions. The Brahmos Air Launched Cruise Missile (ALCM) is the heaviest missile to arm India's frontline fighter jet Sukhoi-30 MKI. Speaking about the indigenous light tank Zorawar, Kamat said, 'It is at a more advanced stage. We have finished the development trials and we will offer it for user trials starting September.' Answering a question on defence exports, 'Last year, we had defence exports worth nearly Rs 23,000 crore. Based on the interest we are getting now because of the success of our systems in Operation Sindoor, I expect these exports to double in the next two to three years. We should achieve Rs 50,000 crore of exports by 2028-29 which is also the target set to us by the Defence Minister. There is a lot of interest in the Pinaka rocket system, ATAGS (Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System), Brahmos and Akash. I am sure that in the years to come, the exports of these systems will increase.' When asked about the countries that have shown interest, Kamat said: 'I will not go into specifics. But South East Asia, Middle East and Africa are the regions.' Speaking about the development of Kaveri engine by the DRDO, 'When the development of the Kaveri engine was started, it was to be used in the LCA (Light Combat Aircraft.) The thrust required for LCA is about 84 kilonewtons. While the development was successful, the thrust that we could achieve based on our design was about 72 kilonewtons. So, Kaveri could not be fitted on LCA. But we are now modifying Kaveri. After removing its afterburner, we are terming it as Kaveri Derivative which is expected to provide a thrust of 49 kilonewton. It will be used in unmanned combat aerial vehicle programmes. Currently, the high altitude testing of this derivative engine is on and it will be tested on the flying testbed. And then it will be certified.' Sushant Kulkarni is a Special Correspondent with The Indian Express in Pune with 12+ years of experience covering issues related to Crime, Defence, Internal Security and Courts. He has been associated with the Indian Express since July 2010. Sushant has extensively reported on law and order issues of Pune and surrounding area, Cyber crime, narcotics trade and terrorism. His coverage in the Defence beat includes operational aspects of the three services, the defence research and development and issues related to key defence establishments. He has covered several sensitive cases in the courts at Pune. Sushant is an avid photographer, plays harmonica and loves cooking. ... Read More
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
'India will meet its defence export target of Rs 50,000 crore by 2028-29': DRDO chairman; lauds govt initiatives
DRDO chief Dr Samir V Kamat NEW DELHI: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) chairman Dr Samir V Kamat has expressed confidence that India will meet its defence export target of Rs 50,000 crore by 2028-29. Speaking to reporters after attending the convocation ceremony of the Defence Institute of Advanced Technology, Kamat said the target was set by defence minister Rajnath Singh . "We should achieve Rs 50,000 crore by 2028-29, which is the target also set to us by the Raksha Mantri. There is a lot of interest in Pinaka, in ATAGS (Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System), in Brahmos, in Akash," he said. Kamat noted that countries in Southeast Asia, the Middle East and Africa have shown keen interest in these indigenous defence systems. He added that the recent success of Indian systems in Operation Sindoor has generated strong export prospects, with exports expected to double in the next two to three years. India's defence exports reached a record of Rs 23,622 crore in 2024-25. This was a 12.04 per cent rise from Rs 21,083 crore in 2023-24. Defence production also touched an all-time high of Rs 1.51 lakh crore in 2024-25, marking an 18 per cent increase from the previous fiscal and a 90 per cent jump compared to 2019-20. Defence minister Rajnath Singh praised the Department of Defence Production and industry stakeholders for this growth, calling it a sign of India's strengthening defence industrial base. Public sector undertakings (PSUs) contributed around 77 per cent of total production, while the private sector accounted for 23 per cent. Kamat credited the government's Atmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India initiatives for boosting indigenous manufacturing. "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 present government, when it came into power in 2014, started 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' and Make in India," he said. According to the ministry of defence, in 2024-25 India exported a wide range of items, including ammunition, weapons, subsystems, and components to around 80 countries. Officials stress that achieving self-reliance in defence production is critical for national security, especially in light of recent conflicts.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
DRDO Chairman confident of India achieving Rs 50,000 crore defence export target by 2028-29
DRDO Chairman Samir V Kamat has said that India would achieve the defence export target of Rs 50,000 crore by 2028-29. "We should achieve Rs 50,000 crore by 2028-29, which is the target also set to us by the Raksha Mantri. There is a lot of interest in Pinaka, in ATAGS (Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System), in Brahmos, in Akash," Kamat told reporters at an interaction here after participating in the convocation ceremony of Defence Institute of Advanced Technology Productivity Tool Zero to Hero in Microsoft Excel: Complete Excel guide By Metla Sudha Sekhar View Program Finance Introduction to Technical Analysis & Candlestick Theory By Dinesh Nagpal View Program Finance Financial Literacy i e Lets Crack the Billionaire Code By CA Rahul Gupta View Program Digital Marketing Digital Marketing Masterclass by Neil Patel By Neil Patel View Program Finance Technical Analysis Demystified- A Complete Guide to Trading By Kunal Patel View Program Productivity Tool Excel Essentials to Expert: Your Complete Guide By Study at home View Program Artificial Intelligence AI For Business Professionals Batch 2 By Ansh Mehra View Program He expressed confidence that the country's exports of these systems will increase in the coming years. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play this game for 1 minute and see why everyone is crazy about it Undo Kamat said countries in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa regions are showing interest in Indian defence systems. India's defence exports surged to a record high of Rs 23,622 crore in the financial year 2024-25. It was a growth of Rs 2,539 crore or 12.04 per cent over the defence exports figures of Rs 21,083 crore in 2023-24. Live Events "Based on the interest that we are getting now, because of the success of our systems in Operation Sindoor, I expect these exports to double in the next two to three years," Kamat said. The annual defence production has soared to an all-time high figure of Rs 150,590 crore in the financial year 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 2019-20, when the figure was Rs 79,071 crore. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has lauded the collective efforts of the Department of Defence Production and all stakeholders in achieving this landmark. He termed the upward trajectory as a clear indicator of India's strengthening defence industrial base. Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs) and other PSUs accounted for approximately 77 per cent of total production, while the private sector contributed 23 per cent. As part of its 'Atmanirbhar' and Make in India plans, the government has launched various schemes, including the production-linked incentive (PLI), in various sectors to make Indian manufacturers globally competitive, attract investments, enhance exports, integrate India into the global supply chain, and reduce dependency on imports. "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 present government, when it came into power in 2014, started ' Atmanirbhar Bharat ' and Make in India," Kamat said. "Today, the industry is very confident that if they are able to produce the systems within the country, the ministry will acquire the systems for our services," he added. The government is investing heavily in defence and aerospace manufacturing, with several defence hubs being set up. Many global companies have either shared or shown intent to share critical defence and aerospace knowledge with India. A wide range of items, including ammunition, arms, subsystems/systems, and parts and components, were exported to around 80 countries in the just-concluded financial year, according to the Ministry of Defence data. The latest conflict with Pakistan also alluded to the fact that it is critical to achieve self-reliance in defence manufacturing.
News18
3 days ago
- Politics
- News18
BrahMos Primary Offensive Weapon, Akashteer Used For Defence: DRDO Chief On Operation Sindoor
DRDO chairman Samir Kamat emphasised BrahMos missiles and Akashteer defence systems in Operation Sindoor, India's response to the Pahalgam terror attack. Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) chairman Samir Kamat on Saturday emphasised that BrahMos missiles and the Akashteer defence systems were instrumental technologies that played a key role in Operation Sindoor– India's military strikes against Pakistan in response to Pahalgam terror attack. While addressing the 14th convocation ceremony of Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT) in Pune, Kamat said that the operation was a declaration of its ability to stand tall through self-reliance, strategic foresight, and indigenous technological strength. 'Operation Sindoor was more than a mission. It was a declaration of India's ability to stand tall through self-reliance, strategic foresight, and indigenous technological strength. It was a statement to the world that India has the capability to protect its borders through homegrown technology," he asserted as reported by news agency PTI. He said the systems deployed for the operation included Akash surface-to-air missiles, medium-range surface-to-air missiles, the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile, the D4 anti-drone system, the AWNC airborne early warning and control system, and the Akashteer system — all developed by India's defence R&D ecosystem. '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," he said as quoted by news agency ANI. He also explained how the Akashteer system helped in identifying threats coming towards the country, and 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 said. All About BrahMos, Akashteer System The BrahMos missile is a versatile and formidable weapon, capable of being launched from land, air and sea, enabling strikes from multiple fronts. Jointly developed by India and Russia, it is renowned for its supersonic speed, pinpoint accuracy, and adaptability across a range of military operations. During Operation Sindoor, the IAF relied on BrahMos missiles to launch a precision strike campaign targeting key Pakistani military installations, including airbases and cantonments. The operation, which was executed with high accuracy and minimal collateral damage, has been hailed within defence circles as a major demonstration of India's growing long-range strike capability. The Indian armed forces activated the Akashteer system — an indigenous command-and-control air defence platform dubbed India's 'Make in India' Iron Dome — to intercept and neutralise a wave of incoming Pakistani projectiles. The system integrated inputs from all radar sources — including ground-based radars and airborne early warning systems — and generated a live web of real-time data to precisely track aerial threats. This network enabled Indian forces to intercept and neutralise every missile launched from across the border that night, preventing damage to any intended targets. Operation Sindoor In one of the biggest attacks in Jammu and Kashmir, Lashkar-linked terrorists opened fire on a group of tourists in Pahalgam on Tuesday, April 22, killing at least 26 people, including foreign tourists, and injuring many others. The Resistance Front (TRF), a Lashkar offshoot, claimed responsibility for the attack. India responded with Operation Sindoor on May 7, bombing nine terrorist camps across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in pre-dawn strikes that killed at least 100 militants. The operation sparked four days of cross-border fighting involving fighter jets, missiles and artillery. (With inputs from agencies) view comments First Published: August 09, 2025, 17:55 IST News india BrahMos Primary Offensive Weapon, Akashteer Used For Defence: DRDO Chief On Operation Sindoor Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
