Dronathon 2026: IAF to Test Advanced Drone Warfare Technologies in Rajasthan

Indian Air Force Announces Dronathon 2026 for Advanced Drone Warfare Testing

The Indian Air Force is set to organise Dronathon 2026, a three-day event at the Pokhran range in Rajasthan to test and showcase the latest developments in drone warfare. The event will bring together drone manufacturers, start-ups and defence technology innovators to demonstrate unmanned aerial systems and counter-drone capabilities.

Scheduled from September 14 to 16, the event will focus on technologies that can strengthen surveillance, autonomous operations, swarm capabilities and protection against hostile drones. Live demonstrations will allow defence stakeholders to assess emerging systems under operational conditions.

The initiative also supports India’s push towards greater self-reliance in defence technology by encouraging domestic companies and innovators to develop advanced unmanned systems for future military requirements.

Key Highlights:

Event: Dronathon 2026.
Organiser: Indian Air Force.
Location: Pokhran Range, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan.
Dates: September 14 to 16, 2026.
Focus: Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems (CUAS).
Participants: Drone manufacturers, start-ups, and defence technology innovators.
Demonstrations: Live operational demonstrations of emerging drone and counter-drone technologies.
Key technologies: Surveillance drones, autonomous systems, swarm technology and counter-drone systems.
Defence goal: Strengthen India’s ability to operate and defend against modern drone warfare.
Self-reliance: The event will support the development and adoption of indigenous defence technologies.

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