Solar Defence and Aerospace Limited on Saturday announced an investment of over Rs. 12,800 crore in projects related to the manufacturing of robots, UAVs of different sizes and types, along with long-range missiles.
Solar Group Chairman Satyanarayan Nuwal said that, looking at the warfare around the world, his company has decided to make investments in deep tech projects.
Now, the company would be extending the range beyond the 5 versions of Nagastra. From UAVs that can have a range of 15km to even Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) unmanned aircraft are planned to be made at the unit here.
Solar officials said the group’s entry into the game-changing field of deep tech innovation will expand the scope of its existing defense manufacturing capabilities and also contribute significantly to civilian, industrial, and dual-use production.
Solar said the factory is envisioned to be India’s first AI-powered Industry 5.0 manufacturing ecosystem, combining advanced robotics, intelligent automation, and principles of human-centered, sustainable, and responsible manufacturing practices.
