On 1 June 2025, the Indian Army began trials of next-generation defence technologies at key sites across the country, including Pokhran, Babina, and Joshimath. These trials, conducted under near-combat conditions with electronic warfare simulations, are meant to rigorously test the performance of new systems.
Air defence demonstrations are also being held in Agra and Gopalpur.
Technologies being tested include:
- Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)
- UAV-launched Precision-Guided Munitions
- Loitering Munitions
- Low-Level Lightweight Radars
- Electronic Warfare Platforms
- Vertical-launch Drones
These systems are developed under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, with active participation from multiple defence industry partners. The goal is to ensure rapid integration of emerging battlefield technologies.
