Silent, cheap & deadly: Why lasers are a gamechanger in air defence – where India stands

 India is rapidly advancing its laser weapon capabilities, joining global efforts to counter drones and missiles. Under Project Sudarshan Chakra, DRDO is developing high-energy lasers to bolster air defence, offering a cost-effective and sustainable solution. This strategic move aims to enhance national security and achieve technological self-reliance against growing regional threats. India is rapidly advancing its laser weapon capabilities, joining global efforts to counter drones and missiles. Under Project Sudarshan Chakra, DRDO is developing high-energy lasers to bolster air defence, offering a cost-effective and sustainable solution. This strategic move aims to enhance national security and achieve technological self-reliance against growing regional threats.