In a significant development, Adani Group’s Defence & Aerospace division has officially presented the indigenously crafted Drishti 10 Starliner UAV Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the Indian Navy. At a ceremony hosted at Adani’s Hyderabad facility, Indian Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar graciously accepted the state-of-the-art UAV.
Key Features of Drishti 10 Starliner UAV:
The Drishti 10 Starliner stands as an advanced Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) platform, showcasing a remarkable 36-hour endurance capability and a substantial 450 kg payload capacity. It emerges as an all-weather military platform, securing clearance to operate seamlessly in both segregated and unsegregated airspace.
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Admiral Hari Kumar Commends Adani Group:
Admiral Hari Kumar expressed his appreciation for Adani Group’s dedication in aligning its roadmap with the Navy’s specific requirements. He emphasized the establishment of a robust ecosystem of partners and capabilities, contributing to India’s pursuit of ‘Aatmanirbharta’ (self-reliance) in defence and security.
He stated, “This is a momentous occasion and a transformative step in India’s quest for self-reliance in ISR technology and maritime supremacy. Drishti 10’s integration will enhance our naval capabilities, strengthening our preparedness in the ever-evolving maritime surveillance and reconnaissance.”
Jeet Adani Highlights Global Significance:
Jeet Adani, Vice President of Adani Enterprises, underscored the global significance of intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance platforms in the context of recent geopolitical events. He emphasized Adani’s commitment to serving the armed forces and positioning India prominently on the global map for exports.
He remarked, “We are proud to be able to serve the Indian Navy in this crucial domain.”
Ashish Rajvanshi Emphasizes Indigenization:
Ashish Rajvanshi, CEO of Adani Defence & Aerospace, hailed the flag-off of Drishti 10 Starliner UAV as a watershed moment in their journey towards self-sufficiency and indigenization of advanced technologies. He highlighted the on-time delivery to the Navy as a testament to their robust quality management processes and the outstanding collaboration of partners over the last 10 months, from contract to delivery.
This delivery reinforces Adani Group’s commitment to advancing India’s technological capabilities and contributing significantly to the nation’s defence and security endeavors.
