Simultaneously, a breakthrough in indigenous defence technology has been achieved with the successful flight test of the Sheshnaag-150.
Sheshnaag-150: India’s Own Long-Range Swarming Drone
India is currently facing significant challenges in selecting its next manned fighter aircraft, with a recent offer from both Russia and the U.S. to acquire F-35 & Su-57 stealth fighters adding to the complexity.
Simultaneously, a breakthrough in indigenous defence technology has been achieved with the successful flight test of the Sheshnaag-150, a long-range collaborative attack swarming drone developed by New Space Research Technologies (NRT). This system is designed for coordinated swarm attacks, capable of overwhelming enemy defences and executing precision strikes.
With an operational range exceeding 1,000 km and an endurance of over 5 hours, the Sheshnaag-150 can loiter over target areas, providing real-time surveillance and strategic attack options. The drone’s capability to carry warheads weighing between 25-40 kg enables it to inflict substantial damage on enemy infrastructure, vehicles, or personnel.
The drone is equipped with AI systems for autonomous operations, enabling it to identify, track, and engage targets with minimal human intervention. It supports Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance and electronic warfare (EW) operations.
An IAF officer, briefed on the Sheshnaag-150 at Aero India 2025, noted that there is always a need for platforms that can create a combat mass with diverse payloads and attack options. The system is potentially deployable along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) with China and the Line of Control (LoC) with Pakistan for border security and counter-terror operations.
