Anant Bhalotia – Managing Director & CEO, Anadrone Systems Private Limited

Mr. Anant Bhalotia is a seasoned business leader with over 20 years of expertise in Unmanned Systems Technology, spanning design, development, production, sales, and service support. As the Founder and CEO of Anadrone Systems Pvt. Ltd., he has steered the company into becoming India’s market leader in Air Defence Training and Maritime Security solutions. His vision aligns with Atmanirbhar Bharat, driving innovation under the Make in India, Make II, and IDDM schemes to strengthen national self‑reliance in defence technology.

Professional Experience

• Founder, CEO & Managing Director, Anadrone Systems Pvt. Ltd. (2004 – Present)
  • Secured defence orders worth over ₹1000 crores.
  • Established a state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing facility in Odisha.
  • Forged strategic global partnerships and joint ventures.
  • Honoured as Business Leader of the Year 2022 by Odisha State.
• Founder, Shakuntala Devi Foundation – Empowering underprivileged communities.

Key Achievements

• Introduced High‑Speed Jet‑Powered Aerial Target Systems to India (2015).
• Indigenized multiple variants of expendable aerial target systems.
• First company to secure orders under both Make II scheme (Army & Air Force) and IDDM category (Navy).
• Collaborated with a US‑based firm to deliver India’s first Autonomous Underwater & Surface Vessel (AUSV) technology under IDDM.
• Facilitated major defence equipment orders and advanced international collaborations for indigenization.

Leadership & Vision
Mr. Bhalotia’s strategic foresight, innovation‑driven mindset, and dedication to excellence have positioned Anadrone Systems as a formidable force in India’s defence technology sector. His contributions continue to drive both the company and the industry forward, embodying the spirit of self‑reliance, progress, and national security advancement.