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17,500 feet and counting: How Army is betting on FPV drones in the Himalayas

The Indian Army has placed an order for 225 First-Person View drones for their operations. These drones were tested under demanding high-altitude conditions to ensure performance and reliability. As tensions along the Line of Actual Control and the Line of Control persist, drone capabilities become increasingly vital. The Army focuses on indigenous manufacturing to meet its specific operational requirements.

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