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Bharat Forge signed an MoU with France’s Turgis Gaillard to offer armed surveillance UAV AAROK to Indian defence.
What’s up: AAROK is a medium-altitude long-endurance (MALE) drone for the Indian military.
The equipment is built for long-range surveillance and precision strikes, staying airborne for extended periods at high altitudes. It carries over 1.5 tonnes of payload, enabling it to fire weapons from a safe standoff distance. It strengthens India’s domestic UAV capabilities while leveraging proven European tech.
Why it matters: Bharat Forge will also set up a dedicated AAROK production line in India, making it a strong Make in India + global tech combo.
As warfare becomes more networked and unmanned, India’s bet on MALE-class UAVs like AAROK reflects a broader push for self-reliance in next-gen defence tech.
