New Delhi: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) under the Ministry of Defence has awarded a ₹117.88 crore contract to Hyderabad-based Avantel Limited for the development, installation and commissioning of a Ground Segment Hub for voice and data communication.
Avantel informed the stock exchanges that it received the contract from DRDO on August 29, 2026. The order is focused on the development of a Ground Segment Hub and is scheduled for execution by February 2029.
DRDO Awards ₹117.88 Crore Ground Segment Hub Contract
The contract, valued at ₹117.88 crore including applicable taxes, covers the development, installation and commissioning of the Ground Segment Hub.
The key details of the DRDO contract are:
- Contracting Organisation: DRDO, Ministry of Defence
- Contract Value: ₹117.88 crore, including applicable taxes
- Contract Date: August 29, 2026
- Project: Development, Installation and Commissioning of Ground Segment Hub
- Purpose: Voice and data communication
- Execution Deadline: February 2029
- Warranty Period: 36 months
Read also: How DRDO Missile Technology Transfer Could Create India’s Next Defence Manufacturing Boom
Ground Segment Hub to Support Voice and Data Communication
The project involves the development of a Ground Segment Hub for voice and data communication. Avantel will be responsible for the development, installation and commissioning of the system under the DRDO contract.
The project is expected to strengthen communication-related capabilities and infrastructure supporting defence applications.
The contract includes a 36-month warranty period following the completion of the project, as specified in the order.
DRDO Strengthens Defence Communication Capabilities
The latest contract is part of DRDO’s broader focus on developing and strengthening indigenous defence technologies and communication systems.
Ground segment infrastructure plays an important role in supporting satellite-based communication systems by enabling communication between space-based assets and terrestrial networks.
The project will involve the deployment of specialised infrastructure for voice and data communication, adding to India’s technological capabilities in the defence communication domain.
Avantel to Execute Project by February 2029
Under the contract, Avantel is required to complete the project by February 2029.
The company’s scope includes:
- Development of the Ground Segment Hub
- Installation of the required system
- Commissioning of the communication infrastructure
- Compliance with project requirements under the DRDO contract
- Providing support during the specified 36-month warranty period
About DRDO
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is the research and development wing of the Ministry of Defence, Government of India. It is responsible for developing indigenous defence technologies, systems and equipment across areas such as electronics, communication, missiles, aeronautics, naval systems and other strategic technologies.
