File image of medium height long endurance (man) robot | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
In an effort to strengthen the supervision along its boundaries of the sea and land of India, it accelerated the order of 87 medium altitude (male) drones from local manufacturers.
This step is aimed at strengthening real -time monitoring and operational readiness in critical areas.
The source of a close project said that as part of the Make In India initiative, drones worth more than 20,000 GBP will be obtained. The aim is to support the indigenous developed drone technology and reduce dependence on foreign suppliers. The project is in its final phase before it is placed before the Committee of the Ministry of Defense at a high level.
The proposal and development of drones is involved in several private defense manufacturers who have reflected in the project. Tests were conducted to find out that the proposals and proposals corresponded to the army’s requirements.
Supervise
Male class drones will be equipped with advanced supervision and combat capabilities: including real -time intelligence, supervision and survey (ISR) in all types of terrain. It should have the ability to fly after 30 hours at a maximum altitude of at least 35,000 feet. The basic requirement is to be 60% native, the official said.
The official added that this was the first time that Indian manufacturers were asked to deliver male drones. Israeli company added these drones earlier.
“Induction of men’s robots will improve the capabilities of the supervision of all three services, especially the Indian Air Force to monitor the eastern and western borders,” the official added.
Published – 9 July 2025 22:57
