The Indian Ministry of Defense has signed a ₹461.9 million ($5.2 million) contract with Paras Anti-Drone Technologies for the supply of indigenously developed anti-drone systems to the armed forces. The systems, equipped with RF jammers and signal disruptors, are designed to detect, track, and disable hostile drones operating in border regions and sensitive installations. Paras noted that its platform covers 400 MHz to 6 GHz frequencies and can be tailored to counter multiple drone types under varied conditions.
The procurement comes as India strengthens its defenses against drone-based threats, with repeated cross-border incidents reported in Punjab and Jammu, where UAVs were used for smuggling weapons and intelligence gathering. Similar counter-drone measures are already operational with the Indian Air Force and Border Security Force, and have been deployed during major national events, including the 2023 G20 Summit and Republic Day celebrations. The deal reinforces India’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision, advancing the domestic defense manufacturing ecosystem and promoting private-sector innovation in emerging technologies.
