India is advancing development of a 300-kilowatt directed-energy weapon capable of engaging aerial threats at ranges up to 20 kilometers. The laser-based system integrates advanced beam-generation technologies, including high-gain supersonic nozzles, centrifugal bubble-based subsystems, and sealed exhaust control to maintain beam stability and energy efficiency during operations. A dedicated beam control system and a 60-centimeter output aperture support precise long-range targeting, positioning the platform as a potential counter to drones, loitering munitions, and other emerging airborne threats in future layered air defence networks.
