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IAF Chief Stresses Collaboration for Indigenous Drone Tech at Bharat Drone Manthan 3.0

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Why in news

IAF Chief AP Singh emphasized the need for collaboration between armed forces, industry, and startups to strengthen India's indigenous drone and counter-drone technologies. This comes at a time when drones are increasingly used in modern warfare and national security.

Background

India has been focusing on indigenous defence production under the 'Make in India' initiative. Drones have become critical in recent conflicts, highlighting the need for robust drone and counter-drone capabilities.

Key facts

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  1. IAF Chief AP Singh spoke at Bharat Drone Manthan 3.0.

  2. He stressed collaboration between armed forces, industry, and startups.

  3. Focus on strengthening indigenous drone and counter-drone technologies.

  4. Drones are crucial for modern warfare and national security.

  5. Event aimed at boosting India's drone ecosystem.

Prelims pointers

  • Bharat Drone Manthan 3.0
  • IAF Chief AP Singh
  • Indigenous drone technology
  • Counter-drone technology
  • Make in India initiative

Mains angles

  • Discuss the role of drones in modern warfare and national security.
  • Examine the importance of collaboration between armed forces, industry, and startups in defence technology.
  • Evaluate India's progress in indigenous drone and counter-drone capabilities.