• Revolutionizing Camouflage and Stealth in India

By Sangeeta Saxena

New Delhi. 15 December 2024. From cement to sugar to renewable energy to defence & security – Dalmia has been a brand, India not only trusts but also knows as a spearhead of indigenisation. At a recent Defence Partnership Days event, ADU had the opportunity to speak with Vedanssh Dalmia, the scion of the business house and Head of Marketing of Hyper Stealth Technologies, India’s first IDEX winners and a trailblazer in multispectral camouflage and stealth solutions. The company has taken monumental strides in advancing indigenous defence technologies. In this exclusive interview, Dalmia sheds light on their innovative products, vision for India’s defence sector and plans for the future.

ADU.  What is Hyper Stealth Technologies all about ?

Vedanssh Dalmia. Hyper Stealth Technologies is proud to be one of the first IDEX winners in India, a 100% IDDM (Indigenously Designed, Developed, and Manufactured) startup, and a pioneer in camouflage and stealth solutions. With the support of the Indian Government, IDEX-DIO, and the Ministry of Defence, we’ve grown into a company that thrives on innovation. Products from HSTPL offer camouflage qualities across the entire spectrum, including UV, VIS, NIR, SWIR, MWIR, LWIR, and microwave. Our products’ performance can be evaluated in rigorous laboratory studies or during demanding activities in harsh weather.

ADU.  What are the main products your company specializes in?

Vedanssh Dalmia. Our core products include multispectral camouflage nets, sniper suits, ponchos, ghillie suits, and our flagship integrated mobile camouflage systems. These products, proudly manufactured in-house, are designed to address the critical need for stealth in modern warfare. For example, our mobile camouflage systems are a combination of paints, fabrics, and coatings that ensure our armed forces remain undetected. Stealth and camouflage have become cornerstones of military strategy, as evidenced by the Russia-Ukraine war, where detection could mean the difference between mission success and failure. We’re committed to providing innovative, game-changing solutions that enhance survivability on the battlefield.

ADU.  Who are your key clients, and do you also cater to homeland security?

Vedanssh Dalmia. Our primary clients include the Indian Armed Forces—Army, Navy, and Air Force—as well as OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) like armored vehicle makers. Homeland security organizations, including central police and paramilitary forces like the BSF, are also potential clients. One of our strengths is customization. Being a 100% R&D-driven company, we can tailor our products to meet specific end-user needs, ensuring a high level of flexibility and adaptability.

ADU.  You’ve mentioned that all your products are 100% made in India. How have you achieved this level of self-reliance?

Vedanssh Dalmia. We take immense pride in saying that Hyper Stealth Technologies is a “200% Make in India” company. From raw materials to manufacturing, everything is sourced and processed domestically. This commitment to indigenization ensures we maintain control over intellectual property while fostering local supply chains. Even our formulations, lab testing, and coatings are developed in-house. This independence not only aligns with the Make in India initiative but also strengthens our position as a reliable defence partner.

ADU.  Are your products already in use by the Indian Armed Forces?

Vedanssh Dalmia. Yes, our products have been inducted into the Indian Armed Forces. However, due to confidentiality agreements, I cannot disclose specific details.

ADU.  Do you have plans for exporting your products?

Vedanssh Dalmia. While our initial focus is on serving the Indian defence market, we are open to international queries. Many countries represent untapped markets for us, and we’re confident that our innovative technologies will make a global impact in the years to come. Our priority remains to ensure that India becomes a key player in defence technology. Once we’ve established a strong foothold domestically, exports will naturally follow. HSTPL solutions are most obviously not something that has been encountered before, nor are they merely another camouflage product. These are genuinely the most technologically sophisticated Stealth items designed for military use. The main goal of HSTPL is “Perfect Signature Management,” which makes assets untraceable by any contemporary identification or surveillance technology.

ADU.  Can you tell us about your facilities and future expansion plans?

Vedanssh Dalmia. Our R&D and manufacturing facilities are currently based in Delhi, with plans to establish a state-of-the-art stealth and camouflage plant. We’re constantly expanding to meet growing demand, both in India and internationally. Hyper Stealth Technologies Pvt. Ltd. manages an in-house Research Development & Manufacturing process that keeps on developing and manufacturing advance camouflage & stealth solutions. Our product development is based on conclusions drawn from an in-depth study of recent conflicts, combined with knowledge from field experience together with expertise in the area of unique compounds, ergonomic engineering and camouflage materials. We are equipped with latest R&D and Manufacturing facility to meet quality & manufacturing capacity as per global requirements.

ADU.  What drives your company’s mission and innovation?

Vedanssh Dalmia. At Hyper Stealth Technologies, our motto is simple: “Every soldier saved is a family saved.” Our mission is to provide products that ensure the safety of our armed forces by making them undetectable to the enemy. As we like to say, “If they can’t see you, they can’t hit you.” This philosophy drives our R&D efforts and motivates us to push the boundaries of what’s possible in stealth and camouflage technology. India’s defence technology revolution is being spearheaded by Hyper Stealth Technologies. The company is meeting vital needs in stealth and camouflage by fusing innovative R&D with domestic manufacturing, guaranteeing that India’s armed forces have access to top-notch solutions. Hyper Stealth Technologies is aiming to become a global leader and is establishing new standards for innovation in modern warfare.

ADU.  Finally, what message would you like to share with potential partners or stakeholders?

Vedanssh Dalmia. We welcome anyone interested in learning more about our products to reach out to us. Whether you’re part of the defence ecosystem or a      stakeholder exploring cutting-edge solutions, my team and I would be happy to engage and collaborate. HSTPL specializes on creating, planning, and producing cutting-edge solutions to efficiently control military targets’ stealth characteristics. In essence, these offer a methodical, analytical, and standardized approach to attaining stealth. Unmatched defence against sophisticated tracing devices is offered by our specialist stealth solutions.

Giving Aatmanirbhartha a significant boost In order to improve the force’s stealth capabilities, the Indian Army inked a contract to purchase a “Integrated Mobile Camouflage System” created by Hyper Stealth Technologies Pvt Ltd, the iDEX winner.

Hyper Stealth Technologies is leading the charge in revolutionizing defence technologies in India. By combining indigenous manufacturing with innovative R&D, the company is addressing critical needs in stealth and camouflage, ensuring India’s armed forces are equipped with world-class solutions. With a vision of becoming a global leader, Hyper Stealth Technologies is setting new benchmarks in modern warfare innovation.

As told to Sangeeta Saxena