SOURCE: AFI
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to submit a proposal to acquire three advanced Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition, and Reconnaissance (I-STAR) aircraft. These spy planes will play a crucial role in monitoring enemy ground activities, enhancing the IAF’s capability to neutralize targets in future operations, according to sources.
The aircraft will be procured from an original equipment manufacturer and subsequently modified by the Defence Research and Development Organisation’s (DRDO) Centre for Airborne Systems, in collaboration with private industry partners.
This initiative aligns with India’s push for self-reliance in defence technology under the ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ framework.The I-STAR programme is expected to bolster the IAF’s situational awareness and precision strike capabilities, marking a significant upgrade in its operational readiness.
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