Feb 26 • 12:20 UTC 🇮🇳 India Aaj Tak (Hindi)

Defense company to build satellites... will reduce space debris

Indian defense electronics company Samtel Avionics is expanding rapidly into space technology and indigenous drone systems to enhance self-reliance in India.

Samtel Avionics, a leading Indian defense electronics company, is making significant strides in space technology as part of its commitment to bolster India's self-reliance. The company is accelerating its expansion into the development of indigenous drone systems, with a target to secure orders worth ₹1000 crores soon. Over the past five years, Samtel has transitioned from cockpit displays and HMI systems to becoming a robust player in sensors, electronic warfare, and advanced defense electronics, enhancing its product offerings for the Indian Air Force and Army, with naval supply slated for the near future.

The operational deployment of these products on aircraft and helicopters has significantly increased global trust in Indian technology. With an eye on international markets, Samtel is also ramping up exports to countries like Malaysia, South Africa, and the United States. Their new indigenous drone division, recently launched, aims to produce long-range drones based entirely on Indian technology, showcasing the company's commitment to advancing homegrown technological capabilities in defense.

As initiatives like these unfold, they reinforce India's ambitions in space and defense technology, pushing towards becoming a global player in these sectors. The focus on reducing space debris aligns with international concerns regarding space sustainability, and Samtel's advancements could position India as a key contributor to global defense and observational satellite technologies while maintaining environmental stewardship in space exploration.

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