Indian Army preparing dedicated drone force for future warfare The Army is strengthening its drone capabilities for future warfare by setting up drone units across all arms, expanding training at major military institutions, and deploying thousands of indigenous drones per corps, with a goal of training all soldiers in basic drone operations by 2027. AdvertisementSoldiers will be trained to operate nano, micro, small and medium-class drones for surveillance, reconnaissance and offensive missions. (File photo)Manjeet NegiNew Delhi,UPDATED: Dec 25, 2025 03:45 ISTEdited By: Prateek ChakrabortyThe Indian Army is accelerating efforts to build a strong and integrated drone force, acknowledging the decisive role unmanned systems are likely to play in future conflicts. As part of this push, drone units are being established across all arms and services of the Army. Drone training centres are being set up at 19 major military institutions, including the Indian Military Academy in Dehradun, Officers Training Academies in Chennai and Gaya, the Infantry School in Mhow, and the School of Artillery in Deolali.
