The Indian Army successfully downed a Pakistani surveillance drone along the LoC near Jammu using the DRDO-developed Integrated Drone Detection and Interdiction System (IDDIS). This advanced system employs a 2-kilowatt laser beam that precisely targets and disables drones by concentrating energy on critical components to induce rapid overheating and failure, effectively neutralizing threats from 800 to 1,000 meters away. Complementing the laser, IDDIS integrates robust electronic warfare measures including jamming and spoofing techniques that disrupt the drone’s communications and GPS signals, while its sensor fusion—drawing on radar and EO/IR inputs— provides comprehensive target tracking to ensure swift engagement with minimal collateral damage. This multifaceted capability not only demonstrates India’s innovative approach to countering aerial threats but also reinforces its strategic shift toward indigenous high-tech defence solutions. In parallel with the current system, DRDO is advancing a 30-kilowatt laser variant to neutralize larger threats such as fixed-wing aircraft and missiles, with plans already underway for an even more powerful 300-kilowatt system named “Surya” to further extend operational range. This successful interception underscores India’s proactive integration of cutting-edge counter-drone technologies to secure its borders against evolving surveillance and smuggling operations.
