Guwahati: ‘Exercise Drone Prahaar’, a cutting-edge military operation by the Indian Army’s elite Spear Corps, conducted on July 25 is the latest and the most upgraded technology in war display by the Indian Army. More than just a demonstration of firepower, this exercise was a bold step into the age of battlefield automation and real-time intelligence.
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. The primary objective of the operation was to enhance command reach and situational awareness for tactical commanders through layered surveillance and support for dynamic decision-making at the time of real time confrontation like ‘Operation Sindoor’ against hostile enemy Pakistan.
The exercise also tested critical enablers for battlefield drone integration including airspace deconfliction, secure communications and coordination protocols across multiple arms and services.
The exercise was designed to test the operational readiness of the Indian army’s drone technology into tactical ground operations in real time and the exercise saw smooth coordination between infantry and supporting arms working perfectly with the airborne robotic platform. The goal of the higher command of the Army was to sharpen the army’s dominance in cutting edge technology filled modern combat, where drones, AI, robotic computing, speed and data precision are the factors for a sureshot success.
Layered surveillance feeds and rapid data transmission provided them with an unprecedented level of situational awareness. It enabled swift decision-making, better coordination and more precise responses to evolving threats.
But integrating drones into the battlefield isn’t just about flying machines. The Army’s focus was equally on the critical enablers that make such systems war-ready: secure communications, airspace deconfliction, and seamless multi-arm coordination. These are the unsung aspects of technological warfare — ensuring that every unit, from foot soldiers to artillery batteries, operate in perfect synchrony without stepping on each other’s toes.
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.”
Lieutenant General Abhijeet S Pendharkar, AVSM, YSM, General Officer Commanding Spear Corps, observed Exercise Drone Prahar — an advanced military drill designed to validate the integration of drone technology into tactical operations by Infantry and supporting arms.
