India's Advancements In Electronic Warfare And UAS Testing

- India has made significant progress in the development and deployment of electronic warfare systems in recent years.- The country has focused on indigenous manufacturing, integration of systems, and investments in personnel training.- The advancement of cyber resilience and information warfare capabilities is crucial to protect critical infrastructure.- India's growing domestic industry allows it to expand its presence in the global EW market, generating revenue and boosting technological prowess.
- The Indian Ministry of Defence awarded Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) a contract worth $364 million to deliver two integrated Electronic Warfare Systems (EWS) to the Indian Army.- The Himashakti EWS system, developed by BEL, is designed for mountainous regions and can jam electromagnetic frequencies emitted by various devices over a large area.
- India has enhanced its drone warfare capabilities by officially receiving the Hermes UAV, renamed Dhristi-10 Starliner, from Adani Defence and Aerospace.- The Hermes UAV has various payload options, including laser designators, surveillance systems, electro-optic payloads, and electronic warfare systems.
4. Test Ranges for Electronic Warfare Systems:
- India plans to build two test ranges for testing radar-based electronic warfare systems in Chitradurga, Karnataka, and Tandur, Andhra Pradesh.- These test ranges will strengthen India's capability in the field of electronic warfare.