Dronathon 2026: IAF Boosts Indigenous Drone Capabilities In Jaisalmer

Dronathon-2026: IAF showcases indigenous drones, counter-UAS systems at Rajasthan's Pokhran range

The Indian Air Force commenced its first Dronathon-2026 exercise at Jaisalmer's Pokhran range. This event featured advanced indigenous unmanned and counter-unmanned systems demonstrations. Around sixty Indian companies showcased their drone warfare capabilities and technologies. The exercise aimed to create a direct interface between defense companies and the IAF. It highlighted the growing importance of drone warfare in modern military operatio…

Dronathon 2026: IAF Boosts Indigenous Drone Capabilities In Jaisalmer

The Indian Air Force has launched 'Dronathon 2026' at the Pokhran range in Jaisalmer, a three-day event showcasing advancements in unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and counter-UAS technologies by domestic manufacturers. The initiative aims to bolster the IAF's capabilities in the unmanned domain, align with the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' objective, and assess indigenous technologies against operational requirements through live demonstrations. It also fo…

Rajasthan: IAF Organises First ‘Dronathon-2026’ in Jaisalmer to Boost Unmanned Warfare Capabilities from Sep 14 to 16

Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. In line with the national objective of ‘Mission Atmanirbhar Bharat’ and to enhance the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) operational capabilities in the unmanned domain, the IAF is organising its first ‘Dronathon-2026’ in Jaisalmer from September 14 to 16. India News | Rajasthan: IAF Organises First ‘Dronathon-2026’ in Jaisalmer to Boost Unmanned Warfare Capabilities from Sep 14 to 16.

Indian Air Force Launches Droneathon 2026 to Test UAS Capabilities - OpenGov Asia

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has launched Droneathon 2026 at the Pokhran Field Firing Range in Rajasthan, bringing together defence companies, start-ups, research organisations and public sector entities to test unmanned aerial systems (UAS) in operational conditions. According to the official announcement, the three-day event, running from 14 September to 16 September 2026, aims to […]

IAF Moves from Drone Demos to Operational Capability with Dronathon-2026

The Indian Air Force has moved to a more operational approach to unmanned warfare with the launch of its first Dronathon-2026, putting more than 20 Indian defence companies, start-ups, MSMEs, DPSUs and innovators through live demonstrations at the Pokhran Field Firing Range. The three-day exercise, inaugurated by Vice Chief of the Air Staff Air Marshal […]