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Sign in to searchBaaz Battalion: India's Dedicated Drone and Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Unit
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The Chief of the Army Staff, General Upendra Dwivedi, recently announced the induction of the Baaz Battalions, a specialised unit of the Indian Army dedicated to operating long-range drones and Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA). The initiative reflects India's growing emphasis on technology-driven and network-centric warfare.
About the Baaz Battalion
The Baaz Battalion is a specialised technical formation created by upgrading and consolidating the Army's existing RPA units under a unified command. It will function under the Army Aviation Corps and will manage long-range surveillance drones, advanced sensors, and unmanned aerial systems for intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (ISR), and operational support.
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Baaz Battalion is India's specialized drone and RPA unit under Army Aviation Corps, managing 50,000+ drones for ISR, border surveillance, and network-centric warfare operations.
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