- The Indian Coast Guard has signed the first contract for ten multicopter drones to boost maritime surveillance and interdiction capabilities.
- This is in line with the government’s policy for drone technology.
- Defense Ministry has said that these drones can be operated at sea and from ships moored on the coast. These drones are being used for relief and rescue day and night.
- The Coast Guard plans to have one hundred drones by the year 2025.
