New Delhi: Operation Sindoor, launched against the terror groups based in Pakistan, marked a pivotal moment in India’s defence history, showcasing the nation’s growing self-reliance in military technology. Former DRDO chief Satheesh Reddy attributed the operation’s success to the effective deployment of a diverse range of indigenously developed weapon systems, underscoring the significant progress made under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
“Many indigenous technologies have been used in this war, and the war has been an atmanirbhar-based warfare. The Akash missile has been used as per the media reports and has been very successful. A missile which has been developed for the air defence applications,” Satheesh Reddy said, talking to ANI.
“The BrahMos missile, which is a supersonic cruise missile, has proven to be an extremely effective weapon. It is known for its accuracy and reliability. All of these systems have been developed indigenously, which has allowed the armed forces to receive thorough training during the development phase, as well as during trials and exercises. As a result, they can use the missile very effectively,” the former DRDO chief said.
“This marks the first time that a significant number of indigenous weapons, along with radars and drones, as well as payloads developed by various startups, have been used extensively together,” he added.
Media reports indicate the successful deployment of Akash surface-to-air missiles, showcasing their capability in defending against aerial threats. The successful neutralisation of numerous incoming drones also underscored the advancements made in anti-drone technology. This technology, developed collaboratively by DRDO and private industry partners, proved crucial in countering the threat posed by drone swarms. The seamless integration of these systems—from missiles and anti-drone technologies to radar and drone payloads developed by Indian startups—demonstrates a significant leap forward in India’s defence technological ecosystem.
