Indigenous Bhargavastra Counter-Drone System Nears Completion of Internal Trials
Solar Defence and Aerospace Ltd. (SDAL) has developed Bhargavastra, an indigenous, vehicle-mounted counter-swarm drone system designed to detect, track, and neutralise hostile drones and autonomous swarms. The system uses unguided rockets and precision micro-missiles within a multi-layered architecture, offering a cost-effective solution for modern battlefield threats. Chairman Satyanarayan Nuwal stated that Bhargavastra will complete internal trials within two to three months, with successful component tests already conducted. The technology aims to support India's future air defence capabilities, including the Sudarshan Chakra system by 2030.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (62–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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indiatvnews broke this story on 24 Jul, 12:01 pm. Other outlets followed.