Jaisalmer: Hoverit, a UP-based aerospace and defence technology company, conducted an operational demonstration of its indigenous tactical loitering munition platform, Divyastra Mk-1, in the Jodhpur desert region. The event was witnessed by senior Indian Army officers and representatives from the defence sector.
Demonstration Highlights
During the exercise, the Divyastra Mk-1 unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) was launched multiple times from a vehicle-mounted mobile launcher system. Officials assessed its rapid deployment capability, battlefield mobility, and operational readiness under field conditions. The demonstration also showcased the UAV’s intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities, including real-time intelligence gathering, reconnaissance operations, and support for tactical decision-making.
Indigenous Development
According to the company, the Divyastra Mk-1 is a fully indigenous tactical UAV developed to meet the evolving requirements of the Indian Armed Forces. It was designed for intelligence gathering, surveillance, reconnaissance, and precision-strike missions, with applications including border monitoring, target identification, and tactical engagement operations.
Technical Specifications
The UAV has an operational range of up to 500 km and an endurance of up to five hours, enabling extended surveillance and long-duration missions. It can be equipped with mission-specific payloads, including electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) sensors, communication relay systems, and specialised warhead configurations, allowing it to be adapted for different operational requirements.
Strategic Significance
Defence experts noted that successful demonstrations of indigenous platforms such as Divyastra Mk-1 strengthen India’s push towards defence self-reliance under the “Atmanirbhar Bharat” initiative and highlight the growing maturity of the country’s domestic UAV capabilities.
