The Indian Army in collaboration with the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry has organised the second edition of the Drone Marathon. It aims to revolutionise military operations at high altitudes using drone technology. Held in the challenging terrain of the Warila Pass in Ladakh at an altitude of over 15,000 feet, the event highlighted India’s commitment to using indigenous technology under the Self-Reliant India Mission.
The harsh environment of Ladakh served as a virtual testing ground for these drone technologies, with the Indian Army carefully evaluating the performance of each product. Winners in the Logistics and First Person View categories were given special recognition, and participants were praised for their innovation. Improvement suggestions were also given to some of the products, demonstrating the Indian Army’s continuous commitment to technological development.
‘HIM-Drone-a-thon 2’ coincides with the Indian Army’s Vision 2024 for Technology Absorption and the broader goal of Raksha Aatmanirbharta (Defence Self-Reliance). Through this initiative, collaboration between the defence sector and Indian drone manufacturers is fostered, which has the potential to make India a global leader in drone technology for high altitude environments. This will boost innovation, export opportunities and military capabilities. As India accelerates its defence modernization drive, programmes such as HIM-Drone-a-thon 2 will play a vital role in advancing indigenous technologies that will benefit highly challenging environments for both military and civilian applications.
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