Indian Army’s Air Defence: The Indian Army is taking big steps to prepare for the future of warfare. Drones, lasers, and smart weapons are no longer just ideas from science fiction movies. They are real, and they are changing how wars are fought. The Indian Army’s Corps of Army Air Defence (AAD) is working hard to get these advanced weapons to protect the country.
The AAD is responsible for protecting the battlefield area, while the Indian Air Force handles the larger skies. Recently, the AAD has started using new systems to detect and stop drones. These systems use advanced technology like lasers and special detectors to find and destroy enemy drones.
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Lieutenant General Sumeer D’Cunha, who leads the AAD, recently spoke to journalists about India’s plans to fight against drone threats. According to The Week, he said, “We are focusing on creating hybrid systems that can both detect and destroy drones. These systems use a mix of soft and hard methods, including powerful lasers.”
The AAD has already started using a new system called the Integrated Drone Detection & Interdiction System (IDD&IS). This system can detect drones using special cameras and sensors. It also uses lasers to stop drones from causing harm. The AAD has already bought some of these systems and is planning to get more.
General D’Cunha also talked about the importance of smart ammunition. Smart ammunition is special because it can be programmed to hit specific targets. This makes it more accurate and reduces waste. He said, “With smart ammunition, one round can do the job of many regular rounds. This makes it easier to stop enemy drones and reduces the need for extra supplies.”
The AAD is also looking at using fragmentation ammunition, which explodes into small pieces to destroy targets. They have asked Indian companies to develop this type of ammunition.
The Indian Army is also working on getting new air defence systems. These include quick-reaction missiles and portable systems that soldiers can carry. The goal is to make sure India can protect itself from all kinds of air threats.
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One important part of this effort is to make these weapons in India. The government’s ‘Atmanirbharta’ (self-reliance) program encourages the development of Indian-made weapons and technology. This will help India become stronger and more independent in defence.
Recent events around the world have shown how important it is to have advanced weapons. For example, drone attacks on oil refineries in Saudi Arabia and an airbase in Jammu have proven that drones can be a serious threat. Wars in places like Armenia-Azerbaijan and Russia-Ukraine have also shown how drones are changing the way wars are fought.
The Indian Army is working hard to stay ahead of these challenges. By using advanced technology and making weapons in India, they are preparing to protect the country from future threats. As General D’Cunha said, “We are focusing on creating systems that can detect and stop drones effectively. This is the future of warfare, and we are ready for it.”
