India’s TPCR-2025 Roadmap: Strengthening Nuclear Deterrence and Drone Warfare Capabilities
India has unveiled the Technology Perspective and Capability Roadmap (TPCR-2025), a 15-year blueprint for military preparedness. The document emphasizes reinforcing nuclear deterrence through advanced delivery platforms and survivability systems. A major focus is on drone warfare, including the acquisition of stealth remotely piloted aircraft with ranges up to 1,500 km and loitering munitions with AI-enabled targeting. The roadmap also addresses emerging threats like hostile drone swarms by planning adaptive jamming systems and electronic denial bubbles, signaling a strategic shift toward integrated defense combining nuclear resilience and unmanned strike platforms.
Key Points
- TPCR-2025 is a 15-year blueprint focusing on nuclear deterrence and advanced electronic warfare.
- The Army seeks stealth drones capable of flying at 60,000 feet with a range of 1,500 km for reconnaissance.
- New defense systems include 'electronic denial bubbles' with a 15 km radius to neutralize hostile drone swarms.
- The roadmap emphasizes self-reliance (Atmanirbharta) by reducing dependence on foreign military imports.
Exam Facts
- TPCR-2025 stands for Technology Perspective and Capability Roadmap.
- Electronic denial bubbles are designed with a 15 km radius.
- Target drone specifications include a range of 1,500 km and altitude of 60,000 feet.
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