In an unprecedented strategic manuover, Pakistan has declared the 'deployment and full activation' of a modern air defence system, unlike earlier practice of announcements during acquisition process.
These advanced indigenous 3D radar systems are designed to detect and track modern aerial threats, including stealth aircraft, drones, and cruise missiles. The long-range AM-350S radar can monitor targets up to 350 kilometers, while the Machaan radar, with a range of 105 kilometers, offers high mobility and is tailored for close air defense operations.
What sets this development apart is the integration of these radars into a broader, network-centric defense framework supported by satellite-based data links for more coordinated responses to threats.
Author: Saikat Bhattacharya
