DRDO successfully tests local communication systems in Joshimath, enhancing national security

DRDO: Defense Electronics Application Laboratory, Dehradun, a unit of the Defense Research and Development Organization, has conducted successful field trials of software-defined radio and a major communication system in Joshimath area of ​​​​Uttarakhand. According to officials, this success reflects DRDO's commitment to develop indigenous and mission critical communication solutions for the security of the country.

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 09:17 PM (IST)
 0
DRDO successfully tests local communication systems in Joshimath, enhancing national security
DRDO successfully tests local communication systems in Joshimath, enhancing national security

Officials gave the information that the Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) unit has successfully conducted field trials of a compact software-defined radio (SDR) and a major communication system.  This has strengthened the organization's commitment to developing indigenous and mission-critical communication solutions for national security. Electronics Application Laboratory (DEAL), Dehradun, has conducted this test in the Joshimath area of ​​​​Uttarakhand.

DRDO said on Tuesday that these tests were carried out in close coordination with the Ministry of Home Affairs, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) and other agencies. Officers from paramilitary units like ITBP, SSB, BSF, Assam Rifles, IB, NSG, CRPF, CISF also participated in it.

The aim of the tests was to test the actual performance capability of these systems in different terrains and operational conditions. It also included confirmation of key parameters in line with Qualification Requirements (QRs) and Technical Documents (TDS).

According to the DRDO website, SDR is a secure indigenous communication system capable of digital voice/data communication. It can operate in multiple bands for naval and tactical uses. At the same time, the CTCS system is a terrestrial backhaul communication system developed by DEAL, which ensures high data rate connectivity at remote locations. It is useful in areas where civilian communication networks are not available.

Advertisement

Want to get your story featured as above? click here!

Advertisement

Want to get your story featured as above? click here!

DRDO said that this achievement reflects the organization's commitment towards the development of self-reliant and advanced communication systems for the security needs of the national.

Muskan Kumawat Journalist & Writer