Operation Sindoor marked India’s first full-scale military use of drones against Pakistan. The operation involved indigenous drone systems from companies like IG Drones, Paras Defence, and Tata Advanced Systems. This came after the ban on drone imports and increasing domestic focus on UAV development. 📌 India now operates 600+ military drones, ranking 6th globally, ahead of countries like France, Australia, and South Korea. 📌 Government estimates suggest $470 million investment may flow into the Indian drone sector. 📌 Backed by India’s Rs. 7.2 lakh crore defence budget, drone technology is now becoming part of the country’s broader military infrastructure. With UAVs playing a growing role in surveillance and combat globally, India’s drone ecosystem is moving from testing to operational deployment.