How Sahil Luthra is Empowering India’s Armed Forces with Next-Gen Defence Solutions

Advancing national defence readiness with locally engineered small arms

A Future-Focused Vision for India's Security Forces

India’s defence strategy is evolving—and with it, the need for indigenous, agile, and scalable solutions. Sahil Luthra, Founder and Managing Director of Vijayan Trishul Defence Solutions Pvt. Ltd. (VTDS), is among the new wave of entrepreneurs leading this transformation.

His mission is clear: to ensure that India’s armed forces and paramilitary units are empowered with next-generation, homegrown technologies—designed, tested, and produced on Indian soil.

VTDS: Built for India, Designed for Modern Warfare

While VTDS is currently in its research and development phase and not yet selling products, the company’s roadmap is structured to develop:

• Advanced small-calibre ammunition

• Next-gen small arms through global technology transfers

• Modular platforms designed for interoperability and future AI integration

Sahil Luthra’s strategy ensures these innovations will eventually serve the Indian Army, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), Ministry of Home Affairs, and state police units—with an eye on global demand.

Bridging Operational Gaps with Indigenous Defence Tech

Historically, India has relied on imports for modern weapon systems, which often leads to:

• Delayed deployments

• Compatibility issues

• Rising costs in long-term support and spares

Sahil Luthra’s vision for VTDS is to close these gaps by investing in:

• Rapid R&D for India-specific terrain and climate conditions

• Systems designed with ease of deployment and field repairability in mind

• Long-term capability for in-house ammunition supply chains

This vision places Indian forces in a stronger, self-reliant position for both combat and border operations.

Preparing for the Armed Forces of Tomorrow

Sahil Luthra’s long-term roadmap aligns with India's changing defence needs, which include:

• Smart logistics systems for real-time battlefield communication

• Compact, low-weight, high-precision weaponry for special forces

• Ammunition and arms optimised for multi-theatre operations—from the Himalayan borders to coastal regions

By creating a phased approach to design, testing, and manufacturing, VTDS under Sahil Luthra is laying the foundation for scalable, modern defence solutions that can evolve with the armed forces.

Nation First: Why Indigenous Innovation Matters

Empowering Indian forces isn’t just a business goal—it’s a matter of sovereignty. Sahil Luthra’s VTDS supports the broader vision of:

• Atmanirbhar Bharat in defence

• Export-readiness to friendly nations through dual-standard solutions

• Sustainable and eco-responsible manufacturing using future-forward technology

Even while still in its R&D phase, VTDS is committed to innovation that serves national interests before commercial ones—a principle that guides every decision.

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• Pioneering Defence Manufacturing: The Vision of Sahil Luthra

Conclusion: From Blueprints to Boots on the Ground

Sahil Luthra’s leadership at VTDS represents more than industrial ambition—it’s a national imperative in motion. With every research breakthrough and policy-aligned initiative, he’s helping set the stage for Indian forces to be equipped by Indian hands.

As VTDS matures, it promises to play a vital role in empowering frontline personnel with next-gen solutions that reflect India's defence independence and technological prowess.