Avantel Secures ₹117.88 Crore DRDO Contract to Build Indigenous Satellite Communication Hub for Defence

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Avantel Limited, a leading provider of technology solutions for the defence and communication sectors, has secured a contract worth ₹117.88 crore (inclusive of applicable taxes) from the Defence Electronics Applications Laboratory (DEAL), Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, Government of India, for the development, installation and commissioning of a Ground Segment Hub for voice and data communication using an Indian geostationary satellite.

The project further adds to Avantel's engagement in developing communication infrastructure for strategic and defence applications.

Commenting on the development, Siddhartha Abburi, Director, Avantel Limited, said, “We are pleased to receive this contract from DRDO for the development, installation and commissioning of a Ground Segment Hub for voice and data communication. The order reflects confidence in our technological and execution capabilities. We remain focused on delivering indigenous communication solutions that support India's strategic and defence requirements.”

This win strengthens Avantel's position as a technology partner in India's defence communication ecosystem and highlights its continued engagement in supporting indigenous communication capabilities for strategic applications.

Avantel remains focused on developing and delivering communication technologies that support India's evolving defence requirements and contribute to the country's broader objective of strengthening domestic capabilities in critical technologies.

About Avantel Limited

Founded by Dr. Abburi Vidyasagar, Avantel Limited has been a pioneer in strategic communication technologies for over three decades. The company specialises in advanced communication products, satellite communication systems (SATCOM), radar subsystems, Software-Defined Radios (SDRs), electronic warfare components, and network management software. Avantel’s innovation-driven approach is rooted in strengthening national security and enhancing India’s technological self-reliance across critical defence domains.