Indian Army Launches SapperScout RP 2.0 Advanced Unmanned Ground Vehicle
On December 5, 2025, the Indian Army unveiled SapperScout RP 2.0, a fully indigenous multi-utility unmanned ground vehicle developed by Major Rajprasad RS of the 7 Engineer Regiment, at the InnoYodha 2025 innovation competition in New Delhi’s Manekshaw Centre. This 12th innovation by the officer—four of which have already been inducted—features a six-wheeled all-terrain design with articulated suspension, environmental sensing, and obstacle detection, enabling operations in deserts and high-altitude areas. Capable of mine detection, surveillance, logistics, casualty evacuation, payload carriage up to 900 kg, and modular integration of weapons or counter-UAS systems, the UGV enhances manned-unmanned teaming and positions India as a leader in self-reliant defense technology under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat mission.
