India deploys indigenous air defense system for Delhi-NCR against aerial threats

• India will deploy an indigenous air defence system to protect Delhi-NCR from aerial threats.
• The system, managed by the Indian Air Force and developed by DRDO, will counter missiles and drones.
• It utilizes homegrown components like Quick Reaction Surface to Air Missile (QRSAM) and Very Short Range Air Defence Systems (VSHORAD).
• This plan replaces an earlier proposal to purchase the US-made NASAMS-II due to its high cost.
• India is also acquiring remaining Russian S-400 squadrons and considering S-500 systems.

Why It Matters: Delhi-NCR gets indigenous air defense, enhancing security and self-reliance.