India is ramping up its drone game with more Heron MK-IIs

India Dec 01, 2025

India is set to expand its fleet of Heron MK-II drones, bringing all three branches of the military on board.
These drones can stay in the air for up to 45 hours and are being added under emergency provisions after Operation Sindoor, showing just how crucial they've become for defense strategy.

From border tensions to Make in India: What's next?

The first Heron MK-IIs were brought in back in 2021 when things were tense with China, mainly to boost surveillance along sensitive borders.
Now, India wants to start making these drones at home through partnerships with Israeli and Indian companies—aiming not just for stronger defense but also for more self-reliance in military tech.