Indian Army unveils indigenous AI platforms to power data-driven warfare and civil resilience

At the India AI Summit 2026 in New Delhi, the Indian Army unveiled homegrown AI platforms spanning battlefield awareness, cybersecurity, disaster prediction and secure cloud infrastructure, reinforcing its shift toward a data-driven and technologically self-reliant force.

The Indian Army unveiled a broad portfolio of indigenously developed artificial intelligence solutions at the India AI Summit 2026 on February 17, signalling its accelerating transition toward a digitally integrated and AI-enabled operational framework.

The showcase, held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, featured a range of dual-use technologies designed not only for defence preparedness but also for civilian applications such as disaster management, governance and cybersecurity.

Among the systems presented was AI Examiner, an automated evaluation and feedback platform intended to modernise training and educational processes within the force. The Army also demonstrated SAM-UN, a geospatial intelligence and situational awareness platform that leverages AI for mission planning, disaster response coordination and integration with smart command centres.

Secure AI cloud and disaster prediction tools

A key highlight of the display was EKAM, positioned as an AI-as-a-Service platform built on a secure, air-gapped indigenous cloud infrastructure. The system is designed to ensure data sovereignty while enabling the processing of sensitive operational information within controlled environments.

Complementing this infrastructure was PRAKSHEPAN, an AI-driven climatology and disaster forecasting solution capable of issuing early warnings for natural hazards such as floods, landslides and avalanches. The platform reflects the Army’s emphasis on resilience and proactive risk mitigation, particularly in vulnerable terrain.

Strengthening cyber and field capabilities

In the security domain, the Army introduced XFace, an AI-powered facial recognition system developed for identity authentication. It also presented deepfake detection tools and AI-based cybersecurity frameworks aimed at countering synthetic media threats, malware attacks and vulnerabilities affecting critical infrastructure.

Additional technologies included Nabh Drishti, a mobile telemetry-enabled real-time reporting platform; an AI-based driver fatigue detection device for operational safety; a compact “AI-in-a-Box” unit for deployment in remote or disconnected environments; and an AI-powered vehicle tracking system to enhance fleet management and logistics efficiency.

Collectively, the solutions underscore the Army’s broader strategy to build a secure, networked and AI-empowered ecosystem rooted in indigenous innovation. The initiative aligns with India’s push for technological self-reliance while reinforcing operational readiness and national resilience in an increasingly digital battlespace.