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The Indian Army is conducting field trials of several cutting-edge defence systems under ‘near-combat conditions’, integrating electronic warfare simulations, to assess their performance rigorously, officials said.
The trials aim to strengthen the Army’s technological prowess and enhance its operational readiness.
According to PTI, The platforms undergoing evaluation include Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), UAV Launched Precision Guided Munition (ULPGM), Runway Independent (RWI) Remotely Piloted Aerial Systems (RPAS) and counter-UAS solutions, the defence ministry said.
“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,” it said in a statement.
The trials also mark a significant step in the Army’s roadmap for a “Decade of Transformation” and are designed to ensure “rapid absorption” of emerging technologies to meet “evolving battlefield requirements”, the ministry said.
The Indian Army is currently undertaking extensive “capacity development demonstrations” at key locations across the country, including the Pokhran Field Firing Ranges, Babina Field Firing Ranges and Joshimath, with dedicated air-defence equipment demonstrations also scheduled at Agra and Gopalpur, officials said.
