The Indian Navy is set to enhance its electronic warfare and surveillance capabilities with the procurement of a tethered drone-based lightweight electronic warfare system. This unmanned aerial vehicle will incorporate advanced Electronic Intelligence (ELINT) and Communications Intelligence (COMINT) sensors, allowing for comprehensive real-time monitoring of RF signals. The tethered design ensures continuous power supply and secure data transmission, facilitating persistent surveillance. This initiative underscores India’s commitment to strengthening its maritime defense strategies, providing a cost-effective force multiplier for naval operations, and enhancing overall operational flexibility in electronic warfare, thus reinforcing its dominance in the maritime domain.