The Indian Ministry of Defence is set to enhance the Indian Army’s air defence capabilities by procuring 48 Air Defence Fire Control Radar – Drone Detector (ADFCR-DD) systems. These advanced systems, to be mounted on high-mobility 4×4 vehicles, aim to detect, track, classify, and neutralize modern aerial threats, including low radar-cross-section drones and swarm drone attacks that have gained prominence in recent conflicts like Operation Sindoor earlier this year. The ADFCR-DD comprises an X-band active array 3D search radar, Ka-band tracking radar, electro-optical sensors, and an integrated fire control system capable of simultaneously directing multiple L/70 anti-aircraft guns. These radars utilize active array technology with digital beamforming and multi-function capabilities such as track-while-scan, operating effectively in jamming environments to provide robust situational awareness. Designed for rapid deployment and mobility, each radar system controls at least two guns and can relay target data to very short-range air defence units. This procurement complements the Indian Army’s broader modernization program, which includes integrating drones and counter-drone systems at the battalion level and strengthening strategic asset protection following lessons from recent drone-centric warfare. The induction of these systems will significantly bolster India’s layered air defence network, enabling faster response times against evolving aerial threats and supporting the nation’s strategic deterrence posture. Deliveries and field testing are planned to be conducted under operational conditions in India soon.