About Exercise Drone Prahar:
- It is a high-tech military drill conducted by the Indian Army to validate the integration of drone technology into tactical battlefield operations.
- It was conducted at the military station at Rayang in Arunachal Pradesh's East Siang District.
- Carried out under realistic operational conditions, the exercise demonstrated the effective use of drones for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance, as well as real-time sensor-to-shooter coordination and precision targeting.
- The aim was to enhance command reach and improve situational awareness for tactical commanders by employing layered surveillance and supporting dynamic decision-making on the ground.
- The exercise also evaluated critical aspects necessary for seamless drone integration in battlefield scenarios.
- This included testing of airspace deconfliction, ensuring secure communication channels, and establishing coordination protocols among various arms and services.
