India Navy Embraces Drones and Underwater Vehicles in Maritime Modernisation Push

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India's Navy is advancing its maritime capabilities by seeking tactical multi-copter surveillance drones and pursuing approval for shipborne unmanned aerial systems. The service is also developing indigenous underwater unmanned vehicles as part of a broader modernisation effort. These moves align with global trends, as major naval powers including the United States and United Kingdom are similarly integrating unmanned systems into their fleets. The shift signals a future where autonomous platforms play a central role in naval combat, reducing human risk while enhancing operational effectiveness.

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