Indian Air Force Launches Industry Outreach on Unmanned Systems Roadmap on October 21, 2026

On October 21, 2026, the Indian Air Force (IAF) hosted an Industry Outreach Programme at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi to discuss its long-term needs for unmanned and autonomous systems. The event, chaired by Air Marshal Premkumar K, aimed to engage stakeholders, including Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and startups, with around 100 representatives from the drone industry in attendance. The IAF shared its operational requirements and technological priorities, building on the 'IAF Unmanned and Autonomous Systems Roadmap' released earlier in September 2026. This initiative underscores the IAF's commitment to enhancing its capabilities in unmanned systems amidst the evolving landscape of air power.
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