As drone warfare continues to evolve rapidly, integrating AI autonomy, swarm tactics, and countermeasure innovations, the Indian security forces are further bolstering their capabilities in this regard. In a move that will enhance the Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities of the security forces, the Indian Army and the Indian Navy are set to acquire drones worth nearly Rs 300 crore from Bharat Forge.
According to the company, the contracts cover a range of indigenous unmanned systems, including ISR platforms and loitering munitions.
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The drone platforms—Omega One, Omega Nine, Bayonet, and Cleave—are developed for India to meet urgent operational requirements across diverse terrains and mission profiles, the company said.
The company said its unmanned (vehicle) portfolio is evolving rapidly, with advanced autonomy, artificial intelligence, and data-driven decision-making progressively integrated across platforms. These enhancements boost mission endurance, precision, survivability, and adaptability in contested and dynamic operational environments, it added.
Amit Kalyani, Vice Chairman and Joint Managing Director at Bharat Forge Ltd., said, "This dual achievement, securing EP-VI contracts and showcasing Omega One on Army Day, reaffirms BFL's commitment to Atmanirbhar Bharat."
UAV Omega One of the company was displayed onboard an upgraded BMP-2 infantry fighting vehicle during the Army Day Parade in Jaipur.
These inductions underscore the company's focus on delivering indigenous solutions aligned with the national vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat, it added.
The programmes leverage a surge in domestic production capacity to ensure rapid delivery timelines while upholding quality, reliability, and scalability, the company said.