New Delhi, July 16 -- Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan today underlined the strategic necessity of indigenous defence technologies, stating that self-reliance in critical systems is vital for India's operational readiness and national security.
Speaking at the Workshop on Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems (C-UAS) indigenisation here, he emphasised that Operation Sindoor highlighted the critical need for C-UAS solution developed specifically for India's unique terrain and defence requirements.
"Operation Sindoor has shown us why indigenously developed counter-UAS systems, designed for our terrain and operational needs, are crucial. We cannot rely on imported niche technologies for our...