Mission Sudarshan Chakra, Objectives and Key Features

Mission Sudarshan Chakra is the Indian Air Force’s large-scale exercise to test combat readiness, strengthen air defence capabilities, and ensure operational preparedness.

Context: On India’s 79th Independence Day, the Prime Minister announced Mission Sudarshan Chakra.

Mission Sudarshan Chakra

Mission Sudarshan Chakra is a national security mission to build an advanced, multi-layered defence shield around critical installations across India.
Inspired by Lord Krishna’s Sudarshan Chakra, blending cultural heritage with modern defence strategy.
Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Defence.

Objectives

Develop an indigenous, research-driven security system to neutralise threats from air, land, sea, and cyber domains.
Strengthen self-reliance (Aatmanirbhar Bharat) in defence technologies.
Provide integrated, proactive protection for vital infrastructure, major cities, and sacred sites.

PM Modi’s 79th Independence Day Speech 2025

Key Features

Multi-Layered Defence: Combines surveillance, interception, and counter-attack capabilities.
Wide Coverage: Safeguards strategic, civilian, and religious locations.
Advanced Technology: Utilises radar networks, AI-powered tracking, cyber-defence tools, and physical security systems.
Indigenous Development: Entirely conceptualised, designed, and manufactured in India.
Future-Oriented Plan: Expansion and modernisation targeted up to 2035.