From Loitering Munitions To EW Platforms: Indian Army Conducts Trials Of Next-Gen Indigenous Weapon Systems Under Near-Combat Conditions

The Indian Army is conducting large-scale capacity development demonstrations at key operational locations across the country, including Pokhran, Babina, Joshimath, Agra, and Gopalpur, with a focus on next-generation indigenous technologies developed under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.

Further, dedicated Air Defence equipment demonstrations also scheduled at Agra and Gopalpur.

These demonstrations, being held under near-combat conditions, integrate electronic warfare simulations to rigorously test the performance and battlefield viability of a range of advanced platforms.

Earlier on Tuesday (27 May), Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi visited the Babina Field Firing Ranges to review ongoing trials and interact with participating teams.

The demonstrations feature a wide array of advanced technologies developed under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, aimed at accelerating indigenous capability development.

According to the Defence Ministry, the trials mark a significant step in the Indian Army’s roadmap for a “Decade of Transformation” and are designed to ensure rapid absorption of emerging technologies to meet evolving battlefield requirements.

A large number of defence industry partners are taking part in the demonstration, reflecting the increasing synergy between the Indian Army and domestic manufacturers.

Among the major systems under evaluation are:

• Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)

• UAV-Launched Precision Guided Munitions (ULPGM)

• Runway-Independent Remotely Piloted Aerial Systems (RPAS)

• Counter-UAS and Loitering Munitions

• Specialised Vertical Launch (SVL) Drones

• Precision Multi Munition Delivery Systems

• Integrated Drone Detection and Interdiction System (IDDIS)

• Low-Level Lightweight Radars and Electronic Warfare (EW) Platforms

• VSHORADS (Next-Gen) Infrared Systems

Through these evaluations, the Indian Army aims to strengthen its technological edge, enhance operational readiness, and reaffirm its commitment to indigenous innovation and self-reliance in defence capability development, the Defence Ministry said.

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