SANJAY Battlefield Surveillance System: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh officially launched the SANJAY Battlefield Surveillance System (BSS) on Friday in Delhi. This system will also be showcased for the first time during the Republic Day parade on January 26 at Kartavya Path.
SANJAY Battlefield Surveillance System: Features and design
The SANJAY system is a high-tech, automated tool designed to gather and process data from both ground and aerial battlefield sensors. By integrating and verifying these inputs, it creates a clear and unified picture of the battlefield. This information is shared through secure Army and satellite communication networks.
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The system reduces errors, prevents duplication of data, and helps in quick decision-making during military operations.
According to ThePrint, it includes a Centralized Web Application that provides real-time updates to commanders at all levels, including the Army Headquarters. This allows the Indian Army to improve battlefield awareness and make better decisions. SANJAY will be a major step forward in modernizing surveillance, intelligence, and reconnaissance systems.
Two types of SANJAY vehicles will be displayed during the Republic Day parade. One, led by Lieutenant Colonel Shrutika Dutta, is designed for use in plains and deserts.
The other, led by Major Vikas Kumar, is built for rough and hilly terrains. These vehicles are equipped with advanced sensors and analytics tools that ensure accurate monitoring of large land borders, intrusion detection, and situational analysis.
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Indigenous Development and Future Plans
The SANJAY system has been developed in India by the Indian Army in collaboration with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL). It is a significant achievement under the “Buy Indian” initiative and comes with a cost of ₹2,402 crore. The induction of SANJAY into the Indian Army will occur in three phases, starting in March and ending in October 2025. All operational brigades, divisions, and corps of the Army will receive this system.
