US to provide consultancy to India to build advanced UAVs under USD 3 billion 31 Predator drones deal

The USD 3.1 billion drone deal between India and the US includes consultancy for developing an indigenous advanced unmanned aerial vehicle. 31 MQ-9B Predator drones will be distributed among the Navy, Air Force, and Army. The American offer for consultancy is set for discussion at the Defence Acquisition Council meeting under Narendra Modi 3.0, aiming to boost indigenization in defense with significant time savings in drone development.