Drone maker ideaForge Technology Limited, on Thursday, announced that it has come out with a new UAV—NETRA 5—which the company claimed is a "game changer" in unmanned aerial technology.
The company, which is backed by Qualcomm and Infosys, said the drone is equipped with all-weather radar sensors all around for obstacle detection and avoidance and is built for the most challenging conditions and temperatures.
According to ideaForge, NETRA 5, which is powered by its advanced onboard computer, can enable AI-driven mission workflows, including the detection of military assets such as bunkers, tanks, bridges, posts, and obstacles.
The man-portable UAV, weighing less than 8 kg in maximum take-off weight, can identify and track moving objects or people in real-time, during both day and night operations.
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Designed to strengthen global defence and security capabilities, the UAV can ensure safe operations in complex environments, the company said. It can be quickly deployed—under three minutes—and can withstand up to 5,000 landings.
"NETRA 5 isn’t just an upgrade, it’s a revolution. Building on the success of its predecessor, it takes a quantum leap in intelligence, endurance, and payload versatility. It’s built for the missions of tomorrow. This isn’t just evolution, it’s innovation with an edge," a description of the drone in the company website reads.
Its frequency-hopping technology enhances resistance to jamming, and GNSS-denied operation ensures reliable mission execution with continuous downlink for uninterrupted intelligence, a statement from the company said.
"NETRA 5 is a game changer in unmanned aerial technology. With its ability to operate in GNSS-denied environments, endure extreme weather conditions, and adapt to diverse mission needs, NETRA 5 represents a breakthrough in autonomy, resilience, and versatility. It is not just a UAV; it's a leap forward in ensuring operational success in the most critical scenarios," said Ankit Mehta, CEO at ideaForge.
The company will unveil NETRA 5 along with its tactical UAV SWITCH V2 and the logistics UAV Concept at Aero India 2025 in Bengaluru.