The Indian Army has significantly enhanced security along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district by deploying cutting-edge technologies, including smart fence systems, robotic mules, and all-terrain vehicles, officials announced on Wednesday. This high-tech overhaul, driven by advancements in artificial intelligence, aims to counter evolving security threats, particularly following the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, which prompted Operation Sindoor from May 7 to May 10, targeting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.

The newly introduced equipment, rigorously tested during Operation Sindoor, includes quadcopters, advanced surveillance tools, bulletproof vehicles, modern weapons, and night-vision sights. The Mahindra Armoured Light Specialist Vehicle (ALSV), or Armado, a lightweight, air-transportable armored vehicle, equips quick-reaction teams to navigate rugged terrain and neutralize infiltrating terrorists swiftly. During a media demonstration in Sunderbani, soldiers showcased the vehicles’ speed and adaptability in cordoning off areas and engaging threats.

A standout innovation is the indigenously developed Multi-Utility Legged Equipment (MULE), a quadrupedal robotic mule designed by AeroArc under the “Make in India” initiative. Capable of traversing snow, deserts, and water, the MULE supports surveillance, logistics, and explosive detection, operating in swarms to enhance battlefield efficiency while minimizing risks to soldiers. “These robotic mules played a crucial role in surveillance and logistics during Operation Sindoor,” an Army official noted.

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The Army has also intensified drone usage, with Mini Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and advanced surveillance drones monitoring sensitive areas and engaging targets with precision-dropping mechanisms for grenades and improvised explosive devices. Additionally, a three-layered security system, bolstered by AI-enabled smart fences with motion sensors and thermal imagers, ensures real-time detection of incursions. The indigenous Avekshan software, developed by the Army’s Corps of Signals, enhances these fences by distinguishing between human, animal, and other movements.

To prepare for Independence Day on August 15, the Army has ramped up patrolling, deploying dog squads, detectors, and a Battle Obstacle Course (BOC) to simulate real combat scenarios, honing soldiers’ endurance and tactical skills. A defense spokesperson emphasized the troops’ resilience amidst extreme weather and isolation, stating, “Beyond their uniforms, each soldier harbors a deep sense of duty and pride in safeguarding the homeland.” The Army’s outreach to local communities further aims to foster peace and development in remote border areas.

This technological leap, coupled with rigorous training and community engagement, underscores the Indian Army’s commitment to maintaining peak operational readiness and securing the LoC against emerging threats.

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