Rayang, Jul 27: The Rayang Military Station, East Siang, conducted exercise Drone Prahar — an advanced military drill designed to validate the integration of drone technology into tactical operations by the Infantry and supporting arms on July 25. Lieutenant General Abhijeet S Pendharkar, General Officer Commanding Spear Corps, observed the exercise.
Executed under realistic operational conditions, the exercise showcased the effective deployment of drones for Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR), real-time sensor-to-shooter links and precision targeting throughout the tactical and operational layers of the battlefield. A primary objective was to enhance command reach and situational awareness for tactical commanders through layered surveillance and support for dynamic decision-making.
The exercise also tested critical enablers for battlefield drone integration including airspace DE confliction, secure communications and coordination protocols across multiple arms and services.
With a vision to build a technology-enabled Army, the Indian Army continues to lead in adopting niche technologies that boost preparedness and adaptability for future challenges. Exercise Drone Prahar represents a landmark achievement reinforcing the Indian Army’s dedication to innovation, agility and technological superiority on the modern battlefield.