Dronathon-2026 to showcase domestic drone and counter-drone

The Indian Air Force organized Dronathon-2026 at the Pokhran range in Jaisalmer from September 14 to 16, offering domestic manufacturers a platform to showcase their capabilities in unmanned aerial systems and counter-unmanned aerial systems.

The three-day event featured static displays and live demonstrations of emerging drone and counter-drone technologies. It provided defence stakeholders with an opportunity to assess their operational capabilities and combat effectiveness. Dronathon-2026 also enabled stakeholders to witness technological developments in the rapidly evolving unmanned systems domain.