Which of the indigenous air defence systems was integrated with Akashteer during Operation Sindoor to automate low-level aerial t…

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Question

Which of the indigenous air defence systems was integrated with Akashteer during Operation Sindoor to automate low-level aerial threat response?

  1. A. Akash SAM (Correct answer)
  2. B. Barak-8
  3. C. Prithvi Air Defence
  4. D. S-400

Correct Answer

Option A — Akash SAM

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is Akash SAM.

Key Points

  • During Operation Sindoor (May 2025), the Akashteer automated air defence control system was integrated with the indigenous Akash Surface-to-Air Missile (SAM) system to provide automated, rapid response against low-level aerial threats including drones and missiles.