New Delhi: In a major boost to India’s defence capabilities, the Indian Army and Indian Air Force (IAF) are set to induct 16 indigenous laser-based anti-drone systems. These cutting-edge systems, powered by a 10-kilowatt high-energy laser, boast a hard-kill effective range of up to 2 kilometres, doubling the engagement distance of previous models.

Developed jointly by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) as part of the ‘Make in India’ initiative, these systems are designed to detect, track, and neutralise hostile unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) with precision. The vehicle-mounted systems integrate radar, electro-optical sensors, and infrared detectors capable of detecting drones at 5 to 8 kilometres, employing a dual strategy of “so

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