Eye on China, Army seeks drones for Special Forces battalions

Drones play a crucial role in modern warfare, especially in high-altitude areas. Army has firmed up plans to boost special forces battalions' surveillance capabilities . The Indian Army is on the hunt for 750 remotely piloted aerial vehicles or RPAVs. India-china standoff - resolution of problems at two friction areas still elusive. High-altitude areas characterised by intel, surveillance & reconnaissance challenges. Pertinent to note, Army has sharpened its focus on acquiring a range of unmanned systems. Unmanned aerial vehicles can hit targets, crushing morale & drain the enemy's war chest.