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BITS Pilani-Based Start-Up Apollyon Dynamics Delivers Indigenous Drones to Indian Army.

Science and Technology | Dated: 24 Jul 2025

Apollyon Dynamics, a defence-tech start-up from BITS (Birla Institute of Technology and Science) Pilani–Hyderabad Campus, recently delivered India-made UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles) to the Indian Army in July 2025. This marks a major step in India’s indigenous defence manufacturing and drone warfare capability.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - Founded by Jayant Khatri and Sourya Choudhury, Apollyon Dynamics started as a hostel project and evolved into a defence-tech firm developing fully in-house drones tailored for Indian military operations. The startup was established at BITS Pilani’s Hyderabad campus.
  • - The Indian Army deployed these drones at four key forward bases: Jammu (Jammu & Kashmir), Chandimandir (Haryana), Panagarh (West Bengal), and Arunachal Pradesh. These bases are strategically significant and represent different conflict zones, from borders to counter-insurgency regions.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) The radar-evading kamikaze drones can fly at speeds exceeding 300 km/h and carry payloads up to 1 kg. These high-speed drones are designed for precision strikes, and their stealth features allow them to bypass radar detection in sensitive areas.
  • (ii) To ensure operational readiness, Apollyon Dynamics has also provided hands-on training to Indian Army personnel. The training modules are designed so that soldiers without prior drone experience can operate them effectively in field conditions.
  • (iii) The startup’s team includes six second-year BITS students working on next-generation technologies, including VTOL (Vertical Take-Off and Landing) drones and fixed-wing UAVs. These systems are being developed for extended range, improved mobility, and better payload adaptability.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Which start-up recently delivered indigenous drones to the Indian Army?

Correct Answer: Apollyon Dynamics

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