India is introducing a new indigenous robotic system engineered to tackle some of the most dangerous frontline assignments, giving ground forces a high-tech partner intended to protect human operators. The platform, named SapperScout Ver 2.0, represents India’s latest step into autonomous battlefield robotics as demand grows for unmanned systems in combat zones.
The fully unmanned vehicle weighs nearly 380 kilograms and incorporates artificial intelligence guidance, obstacle-detection technology, and ultrasonic sensing equipment. Its navigation system enables independent route following while maintaining situational awareness in dynamic battlefield conditions.
By carrying out hazardous field tasks remotely, the SapperScout significantly reduces the direct exposure of troops during operations, reinforcing India’s drive toward AI-powered defense modernization and risk-reduction solutions. The UGV also marks continued momentum in India’s push for self-reliance in defense robotics and next-generation battlefield platforms.
