Defence Minister flags off Battlefield Surveillance System SANJAY

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on January 24, 2025, flagged off the Battlefield Surveillance System SANJAY in New Delhi. This advanced system enhances battlefield transparency with state-of-the-art sensors and cutting-edge analytics. Its induction into the Indian Army will begin in three phases starting March 2025.

Key features of SANJAY:

  • Automated System: Integrates inputs from ground and aerial battlefield sensors to create a unified surveillance picture.
  • Enhanced Border Security: Aids in monitoring vast land borders, preventing intrusions, and providing accurate situation assessments.
  • Force Multiplier: Boosts Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance capabilities, enabling commanders to operate effectively in a Network-Centric Environment.

Development: SANJAY was indigenously developed by the Indian Army in collaboration with Bharat Electronics Limited at a cost of ₹2,402 crore.

Significance: The system represents a significant leap toward data and network-centricity in the Indian Army and will be a key highlight of the Republic Day parade on Kartavya Path.

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