India’s drones take flight as ‘cost-effective’ solution to fighter jet wait

Pakistan conflict has sharpened India’s focus on boosting production of drones indigenously as well as deploying them, analysts say

“The operation’s success, marked by the destruction of nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir using indigenous and imported drones like the Harop, SkyStriker and ALS-50, has highlighted the pivotal role of unmanned aerial systems [UAS] in modern warfare. India will significantly expand its military drone use and deployment,” said Srinivasan Balakrishnan, director of strategic engagements and partnerships for the Indo-Pacific region and analyst with Indic Researchers Forum.

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