AAI likely to procure two counter-drone systems worth Rs 9.9 crore in 2022-23

“The counter-drone system should provide a multi-sensor based complete and comprehensive solution with regards to drone detection, tracking, identification and neutralisation,” said the document issued by airport systems directorate of the AAI.

The document — which has been accessed by PTI — stated that the AAI is projected to purchase two counter drone systems with an estimated value of procurement of Rs 9.9 crore in financial year 2022-23.

In June this year, rogue drones had dropped two bombs at the Indian Air Force station at Jammu airport, injuring two of its personnel. Reacting to the Jammu attack, Smit Shah, director – Partnerships, Drone Federation of India (DFI), in June had said that India needs to invest more in counter-drone research and technology and procure them in a planned manner to address the security…