Indian Navy to Induct Drishti-10 MALE Drones

Why in News?

The Indian Navy is set to induct 10 indigenous Drishti-10 Starliner drones to enhance round-the-clock maritime surveillance. This move boosts India’s capability in sea security and intelligence gathering in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR)

Drishti-10 MALE Drones

Drishti-10 Starliner is India’s first indigenously manufactured Medium-Altitude Long-Endurance (MALE) unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV).

• Developed by Adani Defence & Aerospace in collaboration with Israel’s Elbit Systems.
• Drone Name: Drishti-10 Starliner
• Type: MALE (Medium-Altitude Long-Endurance) UAV.
• Endurance: More than 36 hours
• Operating Altitude: 30,000–32,000 feet
• Payload Capacity: Up to 450 kg
• Use: Maritime surveillance, intelligence gathering

Exam Tip:

MALE = Medium Altitude + Long Endurance