India to Establish Comprehensive Anti-Drone Unit for Border Security
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in the news? | India Plans Anti-Drone Unit for Border Security |
| Anti-Drone Initiative | Comprehensive anti-drone unit to address increasing drone threats. |
| Technology Used | Laser-equipped anti-drone gun mount system. |
| Effectiveness | The neutralisation rate improved to 55% along the Punjab border. |
| Collaboration | BSF, Ministry of Defence, DRDO, and research departments. |
| BSF Growth | It expanded from 25 to 193 battalions with 2.7 lakh personnel. |
| Achievements | Counterfeit currency, narcotics, and infiltration operations; 1,330 personnel awarded medals. |
| Border Management | CIBMS pilot project successful; expansion planned to sensitive borders. |
| Infrastructure | Strengthened fencing, roads, and surveillance systems. |