Project Akashteer: Revolutionizing India's Air Defense
| Category | Details for Project Akashteer |
|---|---|
| Why in News | Project Akashteer signifies a major advancement in India's air defense capabilities, featuring real-time validation, phased induction, and cutting-edge automation as part of the Indian Army's "Decade of Transformation" and "Year of Tech Absorption". |
| Manufactured by | Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) |
| Designed by | Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) |
| Features | - Range: Integrates air defense systems, including Akash Weapon System and radar systems, capable of tracking and engaging targets up to 25-30 km. - Automated Operations: Eliminates manual data processing for faster response. - Comprehensive Sensor Fusion: Connects Army Air Defence (AAD) and Indian Air Force (IAF) sensors for unified air picture. - Decentralized Engagement Authority: Enables front-line units to make quick engagement decisions. - Real-Time Air Picture: Consolidates data from 3D Tactical Radars, Low-Level Lightweight Radars, and Akash Weapon System. - Redundancy and Scalability: Features robust communication redundancy and upgrade capabilities. - Flexible Deployment: Mobile platforms for strike formations and hardened systems for pivot formations. |
| Under any Mission | Part of the Indian Army's "Decade of Transformation" and "Year of Tech Absorption" |
| Earlier Versions | Akash (surface-to-air missile defense system) with significant enhancements in Akashteer focusing on automation and integration. |
| Launched by | Indian Army under the Ministry of Defence |
| Used by | Primarily Indian Army and Indian Air Force |
| Launching Place | Field formations across India, especially Northern and Eastern Commands (borders with China and Pakistan) |
| Budget | Budget details not publicly disclosed; part of broader defense modernization plans. |
| Equipment Needs | - Integration with 3D Tactical Radars, Low-Level Lightweight Radars, and Akash Weapon Systems. - Communication networks and command & control systems for multi-force integration. |
| Phased Induction | Total of 455 systems planned. - 107 systems already delivered. - 105 systems to be delivered by March 2025. - Remaining systems by March 2027. |