Army gets its first indigenous man-portable suicide drones
- The army has got its first indigenous man-portable suicide drones that are designed to target enemy training camps, launch pads and infiltrators with precision, without endangering the lives of soldiers.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- The Indian military has introduced a new weapon called the Nagastra-1, making it the country's first ever man-portable drone designed and built entirely within India.
- This "loitering munition" is ideal for targeted strikes against enemy training grounds and infiltrators.
The Nagastra-1 boasts several advantages.
- It can hit targets with incredible accuracy (within 2 meters) thanks to GPS guidance, and has a range of nearly 30 kilometers.
- Plus, its electric engine makes it quiet, allowing for surprise attacks.
- Most importantly, the drone can be recovered using a parachute if a mission needs to be called off, which means it can be reused for future operations.
- This development signifies India's progress in creating affordable solutions for modern warfare.
- The Nagastra-1 could even be exported to allied nations in the future.
Key Points of The Nagastra-1:
- Designed and built in India (over 75% indigenous content)
- Precise strikes with 2-meter accuracy and 30km range
- Silent operation due to electric engine
- Reusable thanks to parachute recovery system
PRELIMS TAKEAWAY
- The Nagastra-1