SOURCE: AFI
Amid escalating tensions with India, the Pakistani Army has intensified its defensive measures along the Line of Control (LoC) and the international border, particularly in the Sialkot and Ferozepur sectors. In a strategic move to counter potential Indian airstrikes, Pakistan has repositioned its radar systems closer to the frontlines in the Sialkot sector and deployed electronic warfare (EW) units near the Ferozepur sector to monitor Indian military movements. A significant development in this buildup is the recent establishment of a TPS-77 radar site at Chor Cantonment, located just 58 kilometers from the international border. The TPS-77, a multi-role radar system, is a critical asset for air surveillance and situational awareness, underscoring Pakistan’s heightened state of alertness.
The Sialkot sector, a strategically vital region along the India-Pakistan border, has seen increased Pakistani military activity in response to fears of Indian retaliation following recent tensions, notably the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir on April 22, 2025, which claimed 26 civilian lives. According to exclusive reports, the Pakistani Army is moving its radar systems to forward positions in this sector to enhance its ability to detect potential Indian airstrikes.
The centerpiece of this deployment is the TPS-77 Multi-Role Radar (MRR), a highly advanced system manufactured by Lockheed Martin. Recently installed at Chor Cantonment, approximately 58 kilometers from the international border, the TPS-77 is designed for long-range air surveillance and situational awareness. With a detection range of up to 463 kilometers (250 nautical miles) and the ability to track targets at altitudes from ground level to 30.5 kilometers, the radar provides 360-degree coverage, making it a formidable tool for monitoring aerial threats. Its active electronically scanned array (AESA) technology enhances resistance to electronic jamming, ensuring reliability in contested environments.
The TPS-77’s mobility and low power consumption make it ideal for rapid deployment in forward areas like Sialkot. Its ability to detect both high-altitude aircraft and low-level threats, such as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and cruise missiles, significantly bolsters Pakistan’s air defense capabilities. This move reflects Pakistan’s intent to strengthen early warning systems and maintain vigilance against Indian Air Force (IAF) operations, particularly after India’s 2019 Balakot airstrike, which exposed vulnerabilities in Pakistan’s radar coverage.
In addition to radar deployments, Pakistan is enhancing its electronic warfare capabilities by positioning EW units in forward locations opposite the Ferozepur sector. These units are tasked with detecting and tracking Indian military movements, providing real-time intelligence to counter potential ground and air operations.
Pakistan’s EW assets include Chinese-supplied systems like the DWL-002 passive detection system, which can detect and jam radar and Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) signals. Reports also indicate the use of commercial-grade GNSS jammers, often sourced from China, to disrupt Indian drone operations along the LoC. While Pakistan’s EW capabilities are growing, they remain less sophisticated than India’s advanced systems, such as the Samyukta and Himshakti EW platforms, which offer superior integration and multi-domain functionality.
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