SOURCE: AFI
Nagpur-based Economic Explosives Ltd (EEL) has taken a significant step in advancing India’s unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) capabilities by establishing a 1.4 km runway and testing facility dedicated to long-range drones. This facility, touted as the largest of its kind in the private sector in India, marks a critical milestone in the nation’s push for indigenous drone development.
The newly established testing facility will serve as a base for trials of the Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) UAV under development by EEL. The company, which previously proposed the development of the MALE UAV for the Indian Armed Forces, aims to leverage this facility to expedite the testing and refinement process for the platform.
EEL’s investment in this state-of-the-art facility reflects the growing capabilities of India’s defense sector and the increasing role of private enterprises in meeting the country’s strategic needs. As the company moves forward with its MALE UAV program, this testing facility is expected to play a vital role in developing a robust, reliable, and indigenous UAV system for the Indian Armed Forces.