Adya Madhavan
Research analyst, Takshashila InstitutionAdya Madhavan is a research analyst at the Takshashila Institution working with the high-tech geopolitics programme. She graduated from Ashoka University with a bachelor’s degree in History and International Relations. Her interests include geopolitics, artificial intelligence, military technologies, ethics, conflict histories and contemporary South Asian History.
Articles by Adya Madhavan
Technology
From DJI to drone killers: China’s cheap air defence revolution
Just as it found its niche in drones, China is leading the way in the global move towards developing cheaper air defences like 3D-printed interceptors. Indian researcher Adya Madhavan shares her observations.
Adya Madhavan
09 Sep 2026