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Time of India
13-06-2025
- Time of India
Rudrastra UAV: SDAL Successfully Tests Indigenous UAV 'Rudrastra' at Pokharan Firing Range, ET Manufacturing
#WATCH | Solar Defence and Aerospace Limited (SDAL) has successfully completed the trial of its Hybrid VTOL UAV Rudrastra at the Pokharan Firing Range on 11th June 2025. The trial was conducted in line with performance parameters laid out by the Indian Army, including vertical… — ANI (@ANI) June 12, 2025 Advt 'Bhargavastra' counter-drone system tested in Gopalpur By , ETInfra The Solar Defence and Aerospace Limited ( SDAL ) on Wednesday completed a test of its Hybrid VTOL UAV, Rudrastra, at the Pokharan Firing Range According to news agency ANI, the trial was carried out as per Indian Army performance parameters, including mission flexibility, precision targeting, high endurance, and vertical take-off and UAV covered a mission radius exceeding 50 km during the test, maintaining a continuous video link before returning to its launch point. The total range, including time spent at the target zone, was over 170 km, with an estimated endurance of 1.5 the exercise, SDAL deployed a precision-guided anti-personnel warhead . The munition detonated in a low-height airburst after being released from medium altitude, covering a wide area and meeting the required tactical UAV's features include VTOL capabilities , long-range operations, real-time observation, and targeting precision. SDAL described the test as a step in the development of indigenous defence technologies under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat a related development, SDAL in May tested a low-cost Counter Drone System , named Bhargavastra, in Hard Kill Mode. The system uses unguided micro rockets as its primary line of response and is designed to counter drone swarms within a 2.5 km range and a 20-metre impact Seaward Firing Range in Gopalpur conducted the testing of the micro rockets, which reportedly met the performance stated that the system can operate across multiple terrains, including high-altitude areas above 5,000 metres, and has been developed to align with the operational needs of India's military services.
Time of India
13-06-2025
- Time of India
Rudrastra UAV: SDAL Successfully Tests Indigenous UAV 'Rudrastra' at Pokharan Firing Range, ET Infra
#WATCH | Solar Defence and Aerospace Limited (SDAL) has successfully completed the trial of its Hybrid VTOL UAV Rudrastra at the Pokharan Firing Range on 11th June 2025. The trial was conducted in line with performance parameters laid out by the Indian Army, including vertical… — ANI (@ANI) June 12, 2025 Advt 'Bhargavastra' counter-drone system tested in Gopalpur By , ETInfra The Solar Defence and Aerospace Limited ( SDAL ) on Wednesday completed a test of its Hybrid VTOL UAV, Rudrastra, at the Pokharan Firing Range According to news agency ANI, the trial was carried out as per Indian Army performance parameters, including mission flexibility, precision targeting, high endurance, and vertical take-off and UAV covered a mission radius exceeding 50 km during the test, maintaining a continuous video link before returning to its launch point. The total range, including time spent at the target zone, was over 170 km, with an estimated endurance of 1.5 the exercise, SDAL deployed a precision-guided anti-personnel warhead . The munition detonated in a low-height airburst after being released from medium altitude, covering a wide area and meeting the required tactical UAV's features include VTOL capabilities , long-range operations, real-time observation, and targeting precision. SDAL described the test as a step in the development of indigenous defence technologies under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat a related development, SDAL in May tested a low-cost Counter Drone System , named Bhargavastra, in Hard Kill Mode. The system uses unguided micro rockets as its primary line of response and is designed to counter drone swarms within a 2.5 km range and a 20-metre impact Seaward Firing Range in Gopalpur conducted the testing of the micro rockets, which reportedly met the performance stated that the system can operate across multiple terrains, including high-altitude areas above 5,000 metres, and has been developed to align with the operational needs of India's military services.
India Gazette
12-06-2025
- India Gazette
SADL successfully conducts Hybrid VTOL UAV (Rudrastra) trial at Pokharan range
New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Solar Defence and Aerospace Limited (SDAL) has successfully completed the trial of its Hybrid VTOL UAV Rudrastra at the Pokharan Firing Range on Wednesday. The trial was conducted in accordance with the Indian Army's performance parameters, including vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL), high endurance, precision targeting, and mission flexibility. The UAV demonstrated robust operational capability, covering a mission radius of over 50 km with a stable real-time video link and successfully returning to the original launch point. The total range, including loitering at the target area, exceeded 170 km, with an estimated endurance of approximately 1.5 hours. A significant highlight of the trial was the successful deployment of a precision-guided anti-personnel warhead. Dropped from medium altitude, the munition executed an airburst detonation at low height, achieving a lethal effect over a wide radius, meeting tactical effectiveness benchmarks. This successful demonstration marks a major milestone in India's pursuit of indigenized defence technologies and is a strong step toward Aatmanirbhar Bharat. In a related development, SDAL had earlier tested a new low-cost counter-drone solution in hard-kill mode, named 'Bhargavastra'. Designed to neutralise hostile drone swarms, the system employs micro-rockets to deliver rapid and effective responses. The trials were conducted at the Seaward Firing Range in Gopalpur on May 13 and 14 under the observation of senior Army Air Defence (AAD) officials. Three rounds of tests were carried out, including two single-rocket firings and one salvo-mode trial where two rockets were fired within a two-second interval. All four rockets met launch parameters and validated the system's ability to counter emerging aerial threats effectively. Highlighting 'Bhargavastra's adaptability and cost-effectiveness, SDAL emphasised its indigenous design and the development of dedicated rocket and micro-missiles to neutralise hostile UAVs. Furthermore, the system is modular and can have an additional soft-kill layer to include Jamming and Spoofing to provide an integrated and comprehensive shield for all branches of the armed forces. This is another feather in the cap for the 'Make in India' mission and a progressive step in further strengthening our already robust Air Defence umbrella. (ANI)
News18
12-06-2025
- News18
Rudrastra UAV Clears Key Army Trial At Pokharan, Showcases Precision Strike And 170-km Range
Last Updated: Rudrastra demonstrated strong operational performance by covering a mission radius of over 50 km while maintaining a stable real-time video link Solar Defence and Aerospace Limited (SDAL) has successfully completed a crucial trial of its hybrid Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) UAV, Rudrastra, at the Pokharan Firing Range on June 11, 2025. The test was conducted in accordance with stringent performance parameters set by the Indian Army, including precision strike capability, VTOL operation, high endurance, and mission flexibility. During the trial, Rudrastra demonstrated strong operational performance by covering a mission radius of over 50 km while maintaining a stable real-time video link, and successfully returning to its original launch point. #WATCH | Solar Defence and Aerospace Limited (SDAL) has successfully completed the trial of its Hybrid VTOL UAV Rudrastra at the Pokharan Firing Range on 11th June 2025. The trial was conducted in line with performance parameters laid out by the Indian Army, including vertical… — ANI (@ANI) June 12, 2025 The UAV recorded a total range exceeding 170 km, including loitering time over the target area, with an estimated endurance of around 1.5 hours—meeting critical operational benchmarks for battlefield deployment. A key highlight of the Rudrastra trial was the successful deployment of a precision-guided anti-personnel warhead. Dropped from medium altitude, the munition achieved a low-height airburst detonation, delivering lethal effect over a wide area and meeting critical tactical effectiveness benchmarks set by the Indian Army. This achievement marks a significant milestone in India's push for indigenized defence technologies under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative. In a parallel development, SDAL recently tested a new low-cost counter-drone solution named Bhargavastra, designed to neutralize hostile drone swarms using micro-rockets in hard-kill mode. The trials, held on May 13 and 14 at the Seaward Firing Range in Gopalpur, were conducted under the observation of senior Army Air Defence (AAD) officials. Three test rounds were executed — two single-rocket launches and one salvo-mode trial firing two rockets within a two-second window. All four rockets met mission parameters, demonstrating Bhargavastra's effectiveness against emerging aerial threats. SDAL highlighted the system's indigenous design and its dedicated micro-rocket and missile integration.
Hans India
15-05-2025
- Hans India
India tests drone-killer ‘Bhargavastra' successfully
New Delhi: India has taken a significant step in its counter-drone warfare capabilities with the successful testing of Bhargavastra, a low-cost anti-drone system developed by Solar Defence and Aerospace Limited. Tested recently at the Seaward Firing Range in Gopalpur, the system is being hailed as a game-changer in addressing the growing challenge of drone swarms, particularly in the wake of modern conflicts like Operation Sindoor. Developed by the Economic Explosives Ltd, a subsidiary of Solar Group, the Bhargavastra system uses guided micro-munitions capable of destroying small and incoming drones at a range of up to 2.5 km, with radar detection extending up to 6 km. In its recent field trials, the system successfully executed single and salvo-mode launches, achieving all target parameters. Bhargavastra is engineered for deployment across India's diverse geographies, from desert plains to high-altitude mountain regions up to 5,000 meters. It is effective against autonomous drone swarms, which are often resistant to electronic jamming or spoofing. Bhargavastra is not just a single-layer response but a multi-layered counter-drone platform. Its integrated Command-and-Control Centre comes with advanced C4I (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, and Intelligence) systems, offering real-time situational awareness. It can be linked to India's broader defence networks, making it viable for network-centric warfare. Its radar system can detect medium to large UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) up to 10 km away, while its Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) capabilities allow precise detection of low RCS (Radar Cross-Section) targets, often used in stealth drone attacks.
