ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash EP-299 | India's Air Defence System, Drone Warfare & Chinese Weapons | Lt. Gen. Sumer Ivan D’Cunha
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May 19, 2025 Lt. Gen. Sumer Ivan D’Cunha, the Director General of Army Air Defence, discusses India’s impressive air defense tactics that recently thwarted a Pakistani missile threat aimed at the Golden Temple. He highlights the effectiveness of the indigenous 'Akashteer' system in neutralizing aerial threats and the crucial role of traditional artillery against drone swarms. D’Cunha delves into evolving drone warfare strategies and the challenges faced by the Indian military, emphasizing the need for continuous advancements to maintain regional security.
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Golden Temple Lights Off to Spot Drones
- The Golden Temple lights were switched off to help troops visually detect incoming drones.
- Local Sikh community leaders supported military deployment around this religious site for protection.
Intermittent Radar Use Against Drones
- Drone attacks use saturation tactics to force continuous radar emission, making radars vulnerable.
- Indian forces switched radars on intermittently to optimize detection while minimizing risk of counterattack.
Use Multiple Sensors to Detect Drones
- Use a sensor fusion of radar, electro-optical, acoustic, and passive RF systems to detect drones effectively.
- Multiple complementary sensors ensure accurate target detection and identification in complex environments.