Lt Col Velmurugan Honored at InnoYoddha 2025 for Innovative Man-Portable Composite Frame System
India's defense capabilities have been further enhanced through innovation derived from battlefield experience, as evidenced by Lt Col Velmurugan of the Golden Arrow Division being honored at InnoYoddha 2025 for his significant contributions to military engineering.
Lt Col Velmurugan has created the Man-Portable Composite Frame System, an innovative solution that aims to improve modular assault bridges by decreasing their weight while simultaneously boosting their structural strength. This development has been chosen by the Army Design Bureau for advanced research and development, indicating its potential future integration into the Indian Army.
Vajra Corps celebrated this achievement, describing it as a testament to soldier-led innovation, where frontline operational experiences are combined with technical expertise to develop systems ready for mission deployment.
This recognition highlights India's dedication to achieving self-reliance in defense manufacturing and exemplifies the progress made during the country's Decade of Transformation, which is fueled by indigenous ideas originating from the troops actively serving on the frontlines.
