Zen Technologies Secures ₹120 Cr Contract for Combat Training Node
Filing Summary
Zen Technologies has been awarded a ₹120 crore contract by the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, to establish India’s first Combat Training Node (CTN) at the Infantry School in Mhow, Madhya Pradesh. The CTN will feature over 60 simulators and solutions for comprehensive combat training. This initiative is part of the Ministry’s Simulation Framework policy, emphasizing simulation-based training for force modernization. The project aims to enhance training capabilities with Live-Virtual-Constructive (LVC) systems and live firing ranges, focusing on cost-effective and realistic training solutions.
Zen Technologies has received a contract valued at ₹120 crores from the Ministry of Defence, Government of India. The contract involves setting up India’s first Combat Training Node (CTN) at the Infantry School in Mhow, Madhya Pradesh. This facility will be equipped with over 60 training simulators and solutions designed to provide realistic combat training for soldiers.
The financial terms of the contract specify a total value of ₹120 crores. The contract is part of a broader initiative by the Ministry of Defence to modernize training through simulation-based methods. The funding will cover the development and installation of the CTN, which is expected to enhance the training capabilities of the Indian infantry.
The Combat Training Node will include a range of simulators and solutions for weapons training, drone drills, and target systems for live firing ranges. The facility will employ Live-Virtual-Constructive (LVC) training systems to deliver comprehensive and realistic combat training. The CTN will enable infantry to train in various scenarios, including marksmanship, urban combat, counter-insurgency, counter-terrorism operations, and counter-drone responses.
This project aligns with the Ministry of Defence’s Simulation Framework policy, released in September 2021, which prioritizes simulation-based training for force modernization and cost optimization. The framework recognizes the strategic importance of simulation in enhancing training effectiveness while reducing costs.
The implementation of the Combat Training Node will involve the deployment of advanced After Action Review (AAR) systems and analytics to complement training and accelerate readiness. The project is expected to be completed within a specified timeline, although exact dates and milestones are not detailed in the filing.
Zen Technologies is a leader in providing defense training and anti-drone solutions. The company focuses on developing indigenous training systems to measure combat readiness and enhance the capabilities of security forces. With a dedicated research and development facility in Hyderabad, Zen Technologies has applied for over 180 patents and delivered more than 1,000 training systems globally.