DRDO & AIIMS Bibinagar Unveil India’s First Cost-Effective Advanced Carbon Fibre Foot Prosthesis
Indigenously developed ADIDOC prosthesis offers world-class performance at a fraction of the cost of under ₹20,000, which is currently nearly ₹2 lakh
In a landmark step towards self-reliance in medical technology, the Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL) of DRDO and AIIMS Bibinagar have jointly unveiled the first Make-in-India cost-effective advanced carbon fibre foot prosthesis. The innovation, named AIIMS Bibinagar – DRDL, DRDO Indigenously Developed Optimised Carbon Foot Prosthesis (ADIDOC), was formally launched at AIIMS Bibinagar, Telangana, on July 14, 2025.
The launch was led by Dr. G.A. Srinivasa Murthy, Distinguished Scientist and Director of DRDL, and Dr. Ahanthem Santa Singh, Executive Director of AIIMS Bibinagar.
Developed under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, the ADIDOC prosthesis is a major breakthrough in providing affordable and high-performance prosthetic limbs for Indian amputees. The carbon fibre foot has been biomechanically tested to support loads up to 125 kg, with a robust factor of safety, and is available in three weight-specific variants to meet diverse patient needs.
The indigenously developed prosthesis is priced under ₹20,000, a fraction of the cost of comparable imported models, which currently retail for nearly ₹2 lakh. This significant cost reduction is expected to dramatically enhance accessibility for lower-income amputees, while also reducing India’s dependence on foreign medical imports.
Designed to match international standards in performance and comfort, the ADIDOC prosthesis represents a critical stride in promoting social and economic inclusion for persons with disabilities and strengthening India’s medical manufacturing ecosystem.
