Optiemus Infracom Limited (OIL), a renowned Indian electronics and telecommunications manufacturer, has ventured into the realm of Unmanned Systems. This strategic move involves the introduction of technologically advanced, high-precision drones, proudly designed and manufactured within India.
These state-of-the-art drones were unveiled at the India Mobile Congress 2023, showcasing cutting-edge technology such as advanced sensors, secure communication systems, and robust safety protocols.
To facilitate this endeavor, Optiemus Infracom is committing an investment of ₹250 million in Optiemus Unmanned Systems (OUS), a newly established division of the company.
OUS is poised to lead in the research, development, and production of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). By leveraging the manufacturing excellence of Optiemus Electronics and the market capabilities of Optiemus Infracom, they aim to deliver groundbreaking drones unique to the Indian market.
This initiative strongly aligns with the Indian Government’s “Make in India” campaign and Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ambitious Atmanirbhar Bharat program. Both initiatives emphasize the creation of indigenous products, originating and crafted within India.
OUS intends to harness its experience and expertise in designing and manufacturing cutting-edge drones, catering to diverse applications encompassing Defense, Healthcare, Agriculture, Logistics, Mining, Railways, Oil & Gas, Asset Management, Disaster Management, Delivery, Mapping & Survey, and Precision Agriculture.
Mr. Ashoek K Gupta, Chairman of Optiemus Infracom Limited, expressed, “Technology for All, our guiding beacon has been showing us the way. Optiemus Unmanned Systems is committed to design and manufacture reliable unmanned systems for today and tomorrow. As data security is a major concern, we are focussed on localisation, and sourcing parts from trusted partners and trusted locations as per government guidelines. We have already localised Autopilot, Motor Controller, GNSS receiver and Power Management System. We will also provide comprehensive support for maintenance, repairs including spare parts and upgrade our deployed drones.”
With a goal to achieve up to 65% indigenization within a year of launch, OUS is determined to make its products export-ready. They plan to expand offerings in smarter payloads, enhance product autonomy, and develop a broader range of unmanned vehicles suitable for various terrains.
Range of High-Performance Drones launched at India Mobile Congress 2023
| Product | Max Take- Off Weight | Command & Control (C2) | Max Operational Altitude (AMSL) | Payload (up to) |
| Vajra QC Range Vajra QC 2.0 Vajra QC 6.5 Vajra QC 10.0 |
2 kg
6.5 kg 10 kg |
5 km
15 km
20 km |
5500 m
7000 m
7000 m |
400 gm
2 kg
4 kg |
| Abhedya | 90 kg | 100 km | 9000 m | 30 kg |
| Darsh | 2 kg | 15 km | 6500 m | 400 gm |
| Ajeya VT 8.0 | 8 kg | 40 km | 7000 m | 2.5 kg |
| Marak PL 7.0 | 7 kg | 40 km | 7000 m | 3 kg |
As per leading Industry Chamber FICCI estimates, the drone manufacturing potential in India could be worth US$ 4.2 Billion by 2025, growing to US$ 23 Billion by 2030 making India a drone manufacturing power.
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