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Hans India
2 days ago
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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
Time of India
2 days ago
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- Time of India
Operation Sindoor demonstrates India's indigenous defence technological strength: DRDO chairman
1 2 Pic courtesy: Defence PRO, Pune Caption: DRDO chairman Samir Kamat (left) awards degree to a student officer during the convocation ceremony of the DIAT on Saturday Pune: Samir Kamat, the chairman of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), on Saturday said Operation Sindoor showcased India's indigenous defence technological capabilities that meet the operational requirements of the Armed Forces. You Can Also Check: Pune AQI | Weather in Pune | Bank Holidays in Pune | Public Holidays in Pune During Operation Sindoor, the Armed Forces utilised several indigenous systems, including Akash short-range surface-to-air missiles, medium-range surface-to-air missiles (MRSAMs), BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles, D4 anti-drone system, airborne warning and control systems, and Akashteer automated air defence system, said Kamat during the 14th convocation of the Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT), a deemed university under the DRDO, in which degrees were awarded to 298 students — 206 MTech students, 68 MSc graduates and 24 PhD candidates from various disciplines Kamat said, "We are anticipating increased exports because of the success of these systems in the operation. Southeast Asian countries, nations in the Middleast and African countries have shown interest in systems like Pinaka, BrahMos, Akash and Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System. We expect defence exports to rise from Rs23,000 crore per annum to Rs50,000 crore per annum in the coming years." He said the air-launched version of BrahMos was primarily deployed from the Sukhoi MKI during Operation Sindoor. "We are planning to develop "BrahMos-NG", a smaller version of the BrahMos that can be integrated into other fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF)." He said the development of the light tank Zorawar was at an advanced stage. "We completed the development trials and will offer it for user trials in September." Kamat iterated the importance of having all indigenous critical defence technologies with Armed Forces, especially given the volatile geopolitical landscape, to maintain the element of surprise against adversaries. He stressed that Operation Sindoor was not solely reliant on the courage and skill of soldiers but was also supported by a technological backbone that included sensors, unmanned platforms, secure communications, AI-based decision support and precision weaponry. "Operation Sindoor was more than just a mission; it was a declaration of India's capability to stand strong through self-reliance, strategic foresight and indigenous technological strength," he said. Kamat claimed that the DRDO was evolving, having established five new young scientist labs where everyone, including the director, was under the age of 35. These labs are focused on emerging technologies such as cyber-physical systems, quantum technologies, smart materials, asymmetric technologies and artificial intelligence. Addressing the DIAT students, Kamat said, "As the world becomes increasingly geopolitically unstable and technology rapidly transforms the nature of threats and opportunities, the responsibility will fall on you. You are the engineers who will design the next generation of propulsion systems for hypersonic vehicles, stealth technologies for our next-generation fighter aircraft and cyber warriors to protect our digital borders from persistent and invisible threats. " Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Raksha Bandhan wishes , messages and quotes !
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Operation Sindoor was a declaration of India's self-reliance in defence, exports to double in three years: DRDO chief
Operation Sindoor showcased India's self-reliance and tech strength, said DRDO chief Samir Kamat. It used indigenous systems like Akash missiles and BrahMos. Defence exports may double in next 2-3 years, he said. read more 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. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD After Operation Sindoor's success, he expects India's defence exports to double in the next two to three years, he said. '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,' the DRDO chief said. From sensors, unmanned platforms and secure communications to AI-based decision support systems and precision weapons, indigenous platforms played a key role in the operation, he said. The systems deployed for the operation included Akash surface-to-air missiles, medium-range surface-to-air missiles, 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. Institutions such as the DIAT played a crucial role in these developments, Kamat noted. The Indian armed forces launched Operation Sindoor against terrorist targets in Pakistan on May 7, following the Pahalgam attack of April 22, 2025, in which 26 people were killed. He further said it is the next generation's job to keep this momentum going and make India a technology leader in defence technologies. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given a clarion call that by 2047, India should become both a developed nation and a technology leader, he said. 'We are now entering an era where the definition of warfare is rapidly expanding. Battles are no longer confined to borders or front lines. They are fought across domains — land, air, sea, space, cyberspace, and even the electromagnetic spectrum. What does this mean for the graduating students of DIAT? It means you are no longer students of a conventional academic discipline. You are now part of India's defence capability architecture,' Kamat said. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Their knowledge in quantum technologies, cybersecurity, robotics, materials engineering, missile systems, missile propulsion, and artificial intelligence has direct implications for national defence, he told the graduating DIAT students. 'You are not generalists. You are specialists trained at the intersection of science and defence technologies. Few institutions globally possess such clarity of purpose, and fewer still match the urgency and national significance of your work. As the world becomes more geopolitically unstable and as technology rapidly transforms the nature of both threats and opportunities, the burden and privilege of responsibility will fall on you,' he said. Speaking to reporters later, Kamat said among offensive weapons, BrahMos, used from Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter jets, was the primary weapon during Operation Sindoor. 'When it comes to defensive weapon systems, the Akash system, the D4 anti-drone system, and the Medium Range Surface-to-Air Missile (MRSAM) were used. All the sensors we deployed were networked with Akashteer, an AI-based system, which helped identify threats and then deploy the right kind of weapon to neutralise them,' he said. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Radars used by the Indian armed forces performed exceedingly well, Kamat noted. Given the current geopolitical situation, it is absolutely essential to have our own capabilities, and only then the country can take sovereign decisions, said the DRDO chief. 'It is essential that in all critical weapon systems and technologies, we should have indigenous capabilities,' he said. Asked about the increase in defence exports post Operation Sindoor, Kamat said last year India achieved about Rs 23,000 crore in defence exports. 'Post the success of Operation Sindoor, I expect these exports to double in the next two to three years. We should achieve Rs 50,000 crore by 2029, which is the target set for us by the Defence Minister. There is a lot of interest in Pinaka, ATAGS, BrahMos, and Akash. I am sure that in the coming years, defence exports will increase manifold,' he said. Countries from Southeast Asia, the Middle East and Africa are importing arms from India, Kamat said. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD On the BrahMos-NG (Next Generation), he said it is a smaller version of BrahMos that can be fitted on multiple platforms. 'Currently, BrahMos can be fitted only on the Sukhoi platform, but if we make it smaller, it can fit on other platforms as well. We are planning to start the development of BrahMos-NG soon,' he said. During the convocation ceremony, degrees were awarded to 298 students including 206 MTech students, 68 MSc and 24 PhD students from various disciplines. A total of 18 gold medals were awarded to students.
The Hindu
2 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Operation Sindoor was declaration of India's self-reliance in defence sector: DRDO chief
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 (August 9, 2025). Speaking at the 14th convocation of the Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT) in Pune, Mr. 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. After Operation Sindoor's success, he expects India's defence exports to double in the next two to three years. "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," the DRDO chief said. From sensors, unmanned platforms and secure communications to AI-based decision support systems and precision weapons, indigenous platforms played a key role in the operation, he said. Also Read | Five Pakistani fighter jets, one aircraft taken down during Operation Sindoor: IAF Chief The systems deployed for the operation included Akash surface-to-air missiles, medium-range surface-to-air missiles, 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. Institutions such as the DIAT played a crucial role in these developments, Mr. Kamat noted. The Indian armed forces launched Operation Sindoor against terrorist targets in Pakistan on May 7, following the Pahalgam attack of April 22, 2025, in which 26 people were killed. He further said it is the next generation's job to keep this momentum going and make India a technology leader in defence technologies. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given a clarion call that by 2047, India should become both a developed nation and a technology leader, he said. "We are now entering an era where the definition of warfare is rapidly expanding. Battles are no longer confined to borders or front lines. They are fought across domains -- land, air, sea, space, cyberspace, and even the electromagnetic spectrum. What does this mean for the graduating students of DIAT? It means you are no longer students of a conventional academic discipline. You are now part of India's defence capability architecture," Mr. Kamat said. Their knowledge in quantum technologies, cybersecurity, robotics, materials engineering, missile systems, missile propulsion, and artificial intelligence has direct implications for national defence, he told the graduating DIAT students. 'You are not generalists. You are specialists trained at the intersection of science and defence technologies. Few institutions globally possess such clarity of purpose, and fewer still match the urgency and national significance of your work. As the world becomes more geopolitically unstable and as technology rapidly transforms the nature of both threats and opportunities, the burden and privilege of responsibility will fall on you,' he said. Speaking to reporters later, Mr. Kamat said among offensive weapons, BrahMos, used from Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter jets, was the primary weapon during Operation Sindoor. "When it comes to defensive weapon systems, the Akash system, the D4 anti-drone system, and the Medium Range Surface-to-Air Missile (MRSAM) were used. All the sensors we deployed were networked with Akashteer, an AI-based system, which helped identify threats and then deploy the right kind of weapon to neutralise them," he said. Radars used by the Indian armed forces performed exceedingly well, Mr. Kamat noted. Given the current geopolitical situation, it is absolutely essential to have our own capabilities, and only then the country can take sovereign decisions, said the DRDO chief. "It is essential that in all critical weapon systems and technologies, we should have indigenous capabilities," he said. Asked about the increase in defence exports post Operation Sindoor, Kamat said last year India achieved about ₹23,000 crore in defence exports. "Post the success of Operation Sindoor, I expect these exports to double in the next two to three years. We should achieve Rs 50,000 crore by 2029, which is the target set for us by the Defence Minister. There is a lot of interest in Pinaka, ATAGS, BrahMos, and Akash. I am sure that in the coming years, defence exports will increase manifold," he said. Countries from Southeast Asia, the Middle East and Africa are importing arms from India, Mr. Kamat said. On the BrahMos-NG (Next Generation), he said it is a smaller version of BrahMos that can be fitted on multiple platforms. "Currently, BrahMos can be fitted only on the Sukhoi platform, but if we make it smaller, it can fit on other platforms as well. We are planning to start the development of BrahMos-NG soon," he said. During the convocation ceremony, degrees were awarded to 298 students including 206 MTech students, 68 MSc and 24 PhD students from various disciplines. A total of 18 gold medals were awarded to students.
News18
2 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.
