DRDO’s successful tests of SDR and CTCS show big progress in secure, made-in-India military communication. These systems will help soldiers stay connected in tough areas where normal networks don’t work.
Addressing a press conference, Saraswat, who was in the steel city to participate in the fifth platinum jubilee lecture of CSIR-National Metallurgical Laboratory here, said India used to import 70 per cent of its defence requirements.
DRDO has shared technology for nine defence systems with Indian companies to help them build things like tank transporters, mobile guns, and riot control vehicles.
India’s defence gear is now seen as “war-tested” after Operation Sindoor. DRDO says this will help boost exports, as more countries may trust and buy Indian-made military equipment
Currently, India allocates 5% of its Defence budget to R&D, but Kamat announced that the Raksha Mantri has pledged a gradual increase to 10% over the next five years.
DRDO has made a new filter that turns salty sea water into clean drinking water. It will help the Coast Guard at sea and people living on islands and coasts.
DRDO is developing a humanoid robot to support soldiers in dangerous missions. The robot will follow human commands, walk tough terrains, and handle risky tasks to reduce danger for troops.
DRDO conducted India’s first-ever test flight of a stratospheric airship, demonstrating advanced surveillance technology in defence and high-altitude air systems.
DRDO achieved a significant milestone in hypersonic weapon technology by successfully conducting a long ground test of an Active Cooled Scramjet Subscale Combustor.
DRDO has developed a powerful laser weapon, the Mk-II(A) Directed Energy Weapon, capable of destroying enemy drones and missiles, demonstrating India’s advanced laser weapon technology
