India is set to become the first country to develop a dual stealth drone that can evade both radar and infrared (IR) detection systems, while also being capable of striking targets within seconds. The highlight of this advanced UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) is a homegrown stealth coating technology called Radar Absorption and Multispectral Adaptive (RAMA).
This indigenous coating drastically reduces radar and IR visibility by up to 97%, rendering the drone nearly invisible to modern surveillance systems. While the USA, China, and Russia possess radar-evading drones, India's RAMA drone is the first to combine radar and IR stealth in one system.
RAMA Drone to Join Indian Navy by End of 2025
The drone, named RAMA, weighs 100 kg and can carry a payload of 50 kg. It is expected to be deployed to the Indian Navy by late 2025.
It is being co-developed by Hyderabad-based startups — Vera Dynamics and Binford Research Labs — under the guidance of the Ministry of Defence. Vera provided the stealth RAMA coating, while Binford integrated their autonomous drone tech.
How the Idea Originated
According to Sai Teja Peddineni, CEO of Vera Dynamics, the project began in 2022 after a problem statement issued by the Indian Navy, which sought IR stealth capabilities to make drones immune to thermal detection. This need led to the development of RAMA.
To bring the idea to life, Vera collaborated with Binford Labs, already known for building autonomous drones for military use, capable of functioning in GPS- and RF-denied zones.
RAMA Drone Highlights
1. Next-Gen Stealth Tech
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Thanks to the RAMA coating, the drone evades radar and thermal sensors, making it nearly undetectable.
2. Built for High-Risk Operations
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Specifically designed for covert operations, including:
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Surveillance
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Espionage
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Precision strikes
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3. Fully Autonomous Navigation
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Binford’s Autonomy Stack allows the drone to operate without pilots, GPS, or radio frequency, making it ideal for extreme battlefield conditions.
4. Multi-Platform Application
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The RAMA stealth material is not exclusive to drones. It can also be applied to:
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Fighter jets
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Naval ships
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Submarines and other defense platforms
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What It Means for the Indian Military
In modern combat, radar and IR detection are the primary tools for spotting enemy drones. The RAMA drone can bypass both, ensuring stealthy infiltration and attack.
In traditional swarm attacks, only 25–30 out of 100 drones typically reach their targets. The RAMA-equipped drones could see success rates as high as 80–85%, significantly increasing operational efficiency.
The RAMA drone will be a strategic asset, especially for the Indian Navy. Its relevance was recently underscored during Operation Sindoor (May 2025), when India shot down over 600 Pakistani drones, proving the growing importance of drone warfare.
Meet the Innovators
Vera Dynamics
A cutting-edge defense tech startup based in Hyderabad, Vera Dynamics collaborates with the Indian Navy and specializes in stealth coating technologies. RAMA is its flagship innovation.
Binford Research Labs
Also from Hyderabad, Binford Labs is an award-winning startup recognized under the Ministry of Defence’s IDEX program. The company is known for its AI-driven autonomous drones already in deployment.
Conclusion
India’s RAMA drone represents a paradigm shift in stealth and autonomous warfare. With unmatched radar and IR invisibility, powerful mission autonomy, and multi-platform integration potential, the RAMA dual stealth drone is set to redefine battlefield superiority.
