Integrated Simulator Complex 'Dhruv' inaugurated by Defense Minister Rajnath Singh

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Defense Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the Integrated Simulator Complex (ISC) 'Dhruv' at the Southern Naval Command, Kochi on June 21, 2023.

An Overview of the News

• ISC 'DHRUV' hosts state-of-the-art indigenously built simulators.

• Simulators greatly enhance practical training in the Indian Navy.

• The simulators provide real-time experience on navigation, fleet operations and naval tactics.

• Simulators will be used for training personnel from friendly countries.

Visiting Simulators

• Raksha Mantri visited the Multi-Station Handling Simulator (MSSHS), Air Direction and Helicopter Control Simulator (ADHCS) and Astronavigation Dome, envisaged at the Integrated Simulator Complex.

• Ship handling simulators manufactured by ARI Pvt Ltd, New Delhi, exported to 18 countries.

• The Astronavigation Dome developed by Infovision Technologies Pvt Ltd is the first of its kind in the Indian Navy.

• ADHCS, developed by the Institute for Systems Studies and Analysis, provides real-time operational environment scenarios.

Significance and Export Potential

• These simulators are indicative of the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiative.

• The simulator has great potential for defence exports.

• Other indigenously developed simulators in the complex include Combat Management System and Maritime Domain Awareness Lab.