What is Drishti 10 Starliner navy flags off Adani Group india made Drone

The strength of the Indian Navy has further increased. Chief of Naval Staff Admiral R Hari Kumar on Wednesday flagged off the drone named Drishti 10 'Starliner'. This drone is an advanced intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) platform. Its endurance capacity is 36 hours. It can carry a weight of 450 kg with itself. The biggest feature of this drone is its ability to fly in every weather and condition. According to NDTV report, Drishti 10 'Starliner' has received STANAG 4671 certification and is capable of flying in both types of airspace.

On flagging off the drone, Admiral R Hari Kumar said that this is an important opportunity and a big step for India which is seeking self-reliance in ISR technology and maritime supremacy. He said that Adani Group has worked systematically over the past several years to develop local capabilities beyond manufacturing and has demonstrated its commitment to unmanned systems. He said that the integration of Drishti 10 'Starliner' will enhance our naval operations and naval capabilities. Hari Kumar said that this will also strengthen maritime surveillance.

The flag off ceremony of Drishti 10 'Starliner' took place at Adani Aerospace Park in Hyderabad. Adani Defense and Aerospace has made this drone. The company has established capabilities in areas such as small arms, unmanned aerial vehicles, radar, defense electronics and avionics, tactical communication systems and electro-optical systems for army and paramilitary forces.

Adani Defense has also established India's first Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Manufacturing Facility, India's first private sector small arms manufacturing facility. The company is also setting up India's first aircraft MRO and maintenance and repair facility keeping in mind the international standards.