The Indian Ministry of Defense has signed a ₹461.9 million ($5.2 million) agreement with Paras Anti-Drone Technologies to supply state-of-the-art anti-drone systems to the armed forces. The order includes advanced RF-based jamming systems engineered to detect, track, and disrupt hostile drones operating in restricted or border zones.
Paras’ technology uses radio frequency interference and signal disruption to neutralize rogue drones that could pose surveillance or attack threats. The systems cover a frequency band from 400 MHz to 6 GHz, offering customizable configurations for different operational needs, from tactical field deployments to fixed installations in high-security facilities.
This move reflects India’s increasing emphasis on counter-drone defense, following numerous drone-related incidents along the western frontier. Drones have been repeatedly used for cross-border smuggling of weapons and contraband, prompting rapid adoption of indigenous anti-drone measures. The Indian Air Force and Border Security Force have integrated similar technologies into their respective defense networks to prevent incursions.
India’s use of anti-drone technologies has expanded beyond military applications, securing the skies during national events such as the G20 Summit 2023 and Republic Day parades. The government’s latest procurement supports its Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, aimed at fostering domestic innovation, supporting local defense manufacturers, and creating a self-reliant national defense ecosystem capable of meeting emerging aerial threats.
