SANJAY Surveillance System to Enhance Indian Army’s ISR

Why in the news?

The SANJAY Surveillance System, developed by the Indian Army and BEL, strengthens intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities. It will be inducted in phases from March to October 2025, revolutionizing battlefield operations and decision-making.

SANJAY Surveillance System to Enhance Indian Army's ISR

Operational Integration and Deployment

  • Induction Timeline: Phased induction from March to October 2025
  • “Year of Reforms”: Ministry of Defence’s initiative for SANJAY integration
  • Centralized Web Application: Links to Decision Support System of the Indian Army

Key Features and Functionality

  • Intrusion Detection: The system is engineered to detect and prevent intrusions with high accuracy, ensuring border security at all times.
  • Real-time Assessments: It provides real-time data for commanders, enabling situational awareness and facilitating effective decision-making.
  • Network-Centric Operations: The SANJAY system operates in a Network-Centric Environment, allowing for efficient operation during conventional and sub-conventional operations.
  • Centralized Web Application: The system features a Centralized Web Application that connects seamlessly to the Indian Army’s Decision Support System, enhancing communication and coordination across various military units.
  • The integration will improve battlefield transparency, making it easier to assess situations and act quickly on operational demands.

Impact and Future Prospects

  • Operational Efficiency: Boosts battlefield transparency and decision-making
  • Revolutionizing ISR: Enhances situational awareness and force multiplication
  • Strategic Advantage: Critical for both conventional and sub-conventional operations.

About SANJAY Surveillance System:

  • Developed by: Indian Army, Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
  • Purpose: Enhance Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities along land borders
  • Key Features:
  • Equipped with advanced sensors and cutting-edge analytics
  • Functions in a Network-Centric Environment
  • Ensures intrusion prevention with high precision

Sources Referred:

PIB, The Hindu, Indian Express, Hindustan Times