Army Chief Issues Stern Warning on Pakistani Drones Near LoC; India Enhances Drone Capabilities

New Delhi: Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi has issued a firm warning to Pakistan regarding drone activity near the Line of Control (LoC), following recent sightings of Pakistani drones. He confirmed that the matter was discussed at the DGMO (Director General of Military Operations) level, and India conveyed a strict message to its neighbor.

Drone Activity and India’s Response

Speaking on Tuesday, General Dwivedi clarified that the drones observed are small, defensive drones used for surveillance, and that the Indian Army is actively enhancing its own drone capabilities. He noted that the army is reviewing deployments along the LAC and LoC to ensure rapid forward mobilization whenever necessary.

The DGMO-level discussions did not involve nuclear issues, the Army Chief confirmed. He emphasized that intelligence shared during operations must be credible and free of gaps, citing lessons learned from Operation Sindur, during which all communication on the Western Front was centralized under a single army channel.

Expanding Drone Range and Indigenous Production

General Dwivedi highlighted that the Shaktibaan Regiment’s drone range currently spans 100 to 400 kilometers, with plans to upgrade it to 700–1000 kilometers. He added that India is pursuing self-reliance, with each army command capable of producing approximately 500 drones, some of which have already been manufactured.

Firm Message to Pakistan

The Army Chief reaffirmed that the situation along the LAC with China is stable but requires constant monitoring. He noted that Operation Sindur has been instrumental in recalibrating strategic thinking, dismantling terrorist networks, and countering Pakistan’s long-standing nuclear rhetoric. “Operation Sindur is ongoing, and any future act of aggression will be met with a strong and decisive response,” General Dwivedi stated.

With these measures, India aims to maintain vigilance, enhance operational readiness, and ensure that any hostile actions along the LoC or LAC are swiftly addressed.