Brigadier Sandeep Tyagi, a veteran of army air defence who played a pivotal role in the Akashteer project, discusses India's cutting-edge air defense network. He highlights the challenges faced during its development and integration into existing military frameworks. Tyagi emphasizes the urgent need to enhance air defense capabilities amidst rising geopolitical threats. The conversation also touches on the integration of AI in aerial defense strategies, and the system's adaptability to evolving technologies, showcasing India's commitment to self-reliance in defense.
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Akashteer Rapid Development Story
The Akashteer system concept existed for decades with delays due to inter-service conflicts.
Contract signed in March 2023 led to a lightning-fast delivery by 2024, integrating complex diverse systems.
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Balance Aspirations and Reality
Indian defense acquisition must balance current tech use with indigenous innovation.
Fast-tracking procurement avoids delays caused by bureaucratic procedures and shifting goals.
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Akashteer Proved in Combat
Akashteer was operationally validated during Op Sindhu, proving its effectiveness.
Neighbouring adversaries have comparable or even better air defense command systems.
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Join Brigadier Sandeep Tyagi, Colonel Vikrant Shinde and Arindam Goswami in this episode of All Things Policy, where we dive deep into one of India's most sophisticated homegrown defence innovations - the Akashteer air defence network. Born from India's quest for self-reliance in defence technology, Akashteer is a testament to Indian engineering prowess, capable of generating dynamic common air situational awareness for the air defence warriors.
From its development by Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL) to its deployment across India’s air defence architecture, Akashteer has transformed how India defends its airspace. But what makes this system truly remarkable isn't just its technical specifications - it's the story of how a nation built world-class defence technology from the ground up.
So buckle up as we explore the science, strategy, and significance of India's Akashteer air defence system - a shield in the sky that's reshaping regional security dynamics.
Our guest today, Brigadier Sandeep Tyagi, is a veteran of army air defence. He has contributed towards shaping the contours of project Akashteer, and has been closely associated with IAF throughout his service for AD operations.
All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, Bengaluru.
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