Archive · 25 Jun 2025
Indian Army Tests AI-Powered LMG for Autonomous Defense
The Indian Army tested a smart machine gun called the Negev LMG that can think for itself.
It uses AI to find targets and tell friends from enemies, and can work without people for three weeks.
This gun can be placed in bunkers and watch over areas to keep soldiers safe.
It's part of India's plan to use more AI in the military.
The gun can also adjust for things like wind and temperature to shoot accurately.
The army plans to use these guns in risky areas by 2027.
The Indian Army conducted field trials of an AI-enabled Negev LMG in the eastern Himalayas.
The weapon system can operate autonomously inside fortified bunkers for up to 21 days.
The AI system uses an encrypted remote-control system with AI target detection and friend-foe identification.
The AI system is designed for base defence, perimeter watch, and convoy security.
The Indian Army aims for a battalion-level rollout by 2027 in high-risk forward sectors.
- Who
- The Indian Army and Bangalore-based defence tech firm BSS were involved.
- What
- The Indian Army tested an AI-enabled Negev light machine gun.
- When
- Trials were conducted between June 1 and June 8, 2025.
- Where
- Trials took place in the eastern Himalayas.
- Why
- To enhance frontier readiness and shift toward AI-driven deterrence.
- Weapon
- AI-enabled Negev LMG
- Trial Dates
- June 1-8, 2025
- Location
- Eastern Himalayas
- Autonomous Operation
- Up to 21 days
- Detection Range
- 600 meters
- Kill Range
- 1,000 meters
- Primary Function
- Base defense, perimeter watch, convoy security