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Army Seeks Information on 2,715 Logistics Drones for High-Altitude Posts
Army Seeks Information on 2,715 Logistics Drones for High-Altitude Posts
The Indian Army has issued a Request for Information for 2,715 logistics drones to deliver supplies to forward posts along the Line of Control and Line of Actual Control. The proposed systems…
The Story in Brief
The Indian Army has issued a Request for Information for 2,715 logistics drones to deliver supplies to forward posts along the Line of Control and Line of Actual Control. The proposed systems would operate at altitudes of up to 20,000 feet and in extreme temperatures, using GPS and NavIC navigation, obstacle detection, thermal imaging and anti-jamming measures. The RFI does not confirm a purchase, cost or delivery schedule. The Army has also conducted drone trials and technology events in Ladakh.
Hindustan Times says India’s reported $2-billion drone commitment must be matched by faster procurement and upgrade systems. It points to rapidly changing small-drone technology and recommends long-term service contracts that allow hardware and software upgrades without fresh tenders. The Army reportedly wants 30,000 drones and one lakh trained operators within a year.
The Indian Opinion
The loudest claims on either side are too easy. Drones are not a magic replacement for helicopters, and a large announced target is not the same as a usable fleet. The Army’s RFI is still information gathering. The harder test will be whether aircraft can carry reliable loads at 20,000 feet, resist jamming, and remain serviceable in remote posts. Contracts, trial results and the number of drones actually deployed will settle this story better than projected totals.
Sources (2): timesofindia.indiatimes.com, hindustantimes.com
This story was synthesised by AI from the 2 sources linked above.
Updated: this story now draws on 2 sources.
