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The Instruments Research & Development Establishment (IRDE) is a laboratory of the Defence Research & Development Organization (DRDO). Located in Dehradun, its primary function is research and development in the field of optical and electro-optical instrumentation. Their objective is to develop products like night vision devices, electro-optical surveillance and fire control systems.[1]
| Motto | EO Fire Controls & Night Enabling to Indian Army |
|---|---|
| Established | February 1960 |
| Budget | 150 Crores |
Field of research | Optics & Electro-Optics |
| Director | Dr. Binay Kumar Das |
| Address | Raipur Road, Dehradun-248008 |
| Location | Dehradun, Uttarakhand |
| Affiliations | Ministry of Defence |
Operating agency | DRDO |
| Website | https://www.drdo.gov.in/labs-and-establishments/instruments-research-development-establishment-irde |
Holographic Sight
The IRDE has developed holographic sights which are manufactured by the Ordnance Factory Dehradun, and have a range of up to 300m. The army has already put in a demand for 20,000 holographic device units while the National Security Guards has shown interest in the device and requested some units.[2]
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