Hyderabad-based Armory Shield Private Limited has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by developing its flagship Counter-Unmanned Aerial System (C-UAS), SURGE, entirely in-house within just six months, securing a ₹200 crore contract from the Indian Army for 40 units. This innovation reflects India’s commitment to self-reliance in defense, moving away from reliance on imported solutions to engineering indigenous technologies capable of addressing asymmetric threats like rogue drones. Armory emphasizes a rigorous, ground-up approach to innovation, critiquing the defense sector’s dependence on rebranded foreign products. The success of SURGE not only enhances national security but also embodies India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative, turning vulnerabilities into strengths in the face of evolving threats.