MIL and Drogo Aerospace MoU for Indigenous Loitering Munitions
Why in the news
Munitions India Limited (MIL) entered a partnership with Drogo Aerospace to build home-grown drones that can carry and deliver munitions.
Division of roles
| Partner | Contribution |
|---|---|
| Drogo Aerospace | UAV platforms and payload hardware |
| Munitions India Limited | Know-how in explosives, fuzing, warheads and munitions generally |
Key facts
- Agreement type: MoU for indigenous UAVs and loitering munition systems.
- Scope: marrying drone with munition, safety evaluation, trials in the field and quality certification.
- Purpose: to strengthen India’s indigenous defence technology capabilities.
Exam angle
- Parties: MIL and Drogo Aerospace.
- Related terms: loitering munition, UAV, fuzing, warhead, payload.
- Theme: self-reliance in defence technology.