The Indian Army’s Eastern Command conducted Exercise Drone Prahaar 2 on August 18, 2025, in Agartala, Tripura, demonstrating the tactical integration of indigenously developed unmanned aerial vehicles under the theme “an eagle on every arm.” The drill focused on real-time sensor-to-shooter links for precision targeting, layered surveillance in complex battlefield conditions, airspace deconfliction between manned and unmanned platforms, secure communications, and joint coordination among various arms and services. On August 21, 2025, Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha attended a joint demonstration by the Indian Army and Assam Rifles at the Assam Rifles ground, where he was briefed on the operational capabilities of advanced drone and anti-drone systems near the Bangladesh border. Saha praised the armed forces for adopting modern technology to enhance national security, noting that such innovations, aligned with the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, would strengthen India’s defense posture and reduce reliance on imports. The event highlighted the Army’s commitment to operational innovation, battlefield agility, and self-reliance, positioning India as a regional leader in drone warfare amid evolving