The exercise marks a pivotal moment in the Army’s push towards operational readiness for Multi-Domain Operations (MDO), bringing together manned platforms and unmanned systems in a live tactical setting.
In a landmark step towards modernising battlefield operations, the Indian Army’s Trishakti Corps has successfully demonstrated the Manned-Unmanned Teaming (MUM-T) capability during the recently concluded Exercise SARVSHAKTI in the strategically significant Northeastern sector.
The exercise marks a pivotal moment in the Army’s push towards operational readiness for Multi-Domain Operations (MDO), bringing together manned platforms and unmanned systems in a live tactical setting. The seamless coordination showcased between soldiers and AI-enabled systems, including drones and autonomous platforms, underlines a bold new era of warfare defined by speed, precision, and adaptability.
“The battlefield of tomorrow demands adaptability, speed, and seamless integration of man and machine. Exercise SARVSHAKTI is a proud milestone in that journey. The successful validation of MUM-T is not just a technological achievement, but a testament to the Indian soldier’s ability to evolve with the times,” said Lt Gen Zubin A Minwalla, General Officer Commanding, Trishakti Corps.
The Trishakti Corps’ achievement is more than just a tactical triumph. It is a clear signal of the Indian Army’s intent to integrate cutting-edge technologies into its core operations. The MUM-T capability allows human operators to work in tandem with unmanned systems for tasks such as real-time reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition—significantly enhancing situational awareness and shortening the decision-making loop.
Key highlights of the exercise include:
Successful field-level validation of manned-unmanned teaming for real-time intelligence gathering.Integration of autonomous systems with traditional combat assets.Boosted battlefield awareness and operational tempo for tactical commanders.
Exercise SARVSHAKTI also aligns with the larger vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat, showcasing indigenous innovation and India’s commitment to self-reliance in defence. By incorporating AI-driven platforms and fostering human-machine synergy, the Indian Army continues to take confident strides toward future-ready warfare capabilities.
