Campus Times | Lucknow

In a breakthrough innovation for defence technology, Aman Kumar Verma, a third-year Electronics and Communication Engineering student at Dr. Shakuntala Misra National Rehabilitation University, has developed a cutting-edge unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) named “Rakshak.” The smart robot is designed to assist armed forces in high-risk operations and strengthen national security.

“Rakshak” to rescue injured soldiers

Built with a focus on anti-terror missions, “Rakshak” can detect buried landmines, identify hidden enemies, safely defuse explosives, and evacuate injured soldiers from danger zones. The robot features a 360-degree vision system, IoT-enabled remote access, autonomous navigation, and the ability to carry heavy loads, making it highly effective even in rugged terrains with low noise operation.

Taking the innovation a step further, Aman plans to integrate the robot with a surveillance drone, “Vaishnavastra,” to create a powerful, real-time monitoring and response system for defence forces.

Received ₹11 lakh grant

The project has received a major boost after being selected under the MSME Idea Hackathon 5.0 by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, earning a grant of ₹11 lakh to support further development.

Praising the achievement

Vice-Chancellor Prof. Sanjay Singh said the innovation reflects the university’s strong research ecosystem and highlights the crucial role of young innovators in advancing India’s defence capabilities and technological self-reliance.