IAF Dronathon 2026 begins focus phase

The IAF’s Dronathon 2026 is scheduled at Pokhran, Jaisalmer, featuring static displays and live demonstrations. Key areas include ISR, autonomous operations, swarm technology and electronic warfare. The event is particularly significant because it is designed to identify and evaluate contemporary unmanned solutions for combat effectiveness rather than merely display commercial drones. The emphasis on swarms, autonomy and EW points towards the IAF’s future operational priorities.