सेना के बेड़े में शामिल होंगे 840 खतरनाक ड्रोन, टाटा-निबे को ₹1,577 करोड़ का ऑर्डर

According to a report by TV9 Bharatvarsh, the Indian Army has finalized a significant procurement deal to bolster its surveillance and strike capabilities. The military is set to induct 840 long-range loitering munitions, commonly referred to as 'kamikaze' or suicide drones, into its operational fleet.

The contract, valued at approximately ₹1,577 crore, has been awarded to domestic defense manufacturers Tata Advanced Systems and Nibe Limited. This acquisition is part of a broader push by the Indian government under the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' (Self-Reliant India) initiative, which seeks to reduce dependence on foreign military imports by fostering indigenous production of advanced defense technologies.

These drones are designed to provide the Indian Army with enhanced precision-strike capabilities, allowing forces to engage targets from significant distances. The integration of these systems is expected to play a critical role in modernizing the army's tactical arsenal, particularly for operations in challenging terrains. Further details regarding the delivery timeline and specific technical specifications of the drones have not been publicly disclosed at this time.