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India eyes drones that helicopters can launch,control and send 80km into enemy territory

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DHRUV YADAV1 Sept 2026, 08:11 amUpdated 12h ago1 min readIndiaIndia

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India eyes drones that helicopters can launch, control and send 80km into enemy territory

Helicopter-launched munitions are rapidly advancing aerial warfare capabilities globally. India is developing similar systems for its air force and transport aircraft. These systems offer enhanced strike and surveillance options for military operations. Other nations like the United States and China are also pursuing these technologies. Such air-deployable munitions are poised to become a standard military doctrine.

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Source: Times of India · DHRUV YADAV. Published 1 Sept 2026, 08:11 am.

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