In a major step towards enhancing India’s defense capabilities and self-reliance, the Indian Army showcased the indigenously developed SURGE Counter Unmanned Aerial System (C-UAS) at the Babina Field Firing Ranges. The demonstration, held on May 27, was reviewed by Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, who assessed a range of homegrown military technologies focused on modernizing India’s defense posture.
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Developed by Indian firm Armor yShield, the SURGE system is designed to detect, track, and neutralize rogue drones, which have emerged as a critical security threat. With over 400 drone incursions recorded along the India-Pakistan border last year alone, the need for robust counter-drone systems has become increasingly urgent. The SURGE system addresses this challenge with a tripod-mounted platform featuring multiple antennas, offering advanced signal detection, tracking, and RF jamming capabilities.
The demonstration at Babina highlighted the Army’s focus on leveraging non-kinetic solutions and artificial intelligence for defense. The SURGE system’s capability to neutralize unmanned threats without physical interception reflects a growing global trend in counter-drone warfare, particularly for safeguarding borders, military installations, and critical infrastructure.
In addition to the SURGE system, the event featured demonstrations of other indigenous technologies, including loitering munitions and unmanned aerial systems. These innovations are part of the broader Make in India initiative, which aims to establish a self-sufficient and technologically advanced defense ecosystem.
The successful field test of the SURGE C-UAS reaffirms the Indian Army’s resolve to integrate indigenous, high-tech solutions into its operational arsenal. It marks a significant milestone in India’s journey towards securing its borders against evolving threats and highlights the critical role of innovation in maintaining national security.
