Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], July 29 (ANI): The Surya Command of the Indian Army, in collaboration with the Drone Federation of India, is set to host the Surya Dronathon 2025—an innovative drone competition bringing together freelancers and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) from across the country.
The event will be held in the challenging yet picturesque terrain of Spiti Valley at Sumdo, Himachal Pradesh, featuring one of India’s highest drone obstacle courses, located at an altitude of 10,700 feet.
Surya Dronathon 2025 aims to leverage cutting-edge indigenous drone technology to build a strong innovation ecosystem in the defence sector. The initiative aligns with the “Atmanirbhar Bharat” vision and supports the Indian Army’s pursuit of technological advancements. The competition will serve as a dynamic platform for showcasing novel drone designs, breakthrough technologies, and futuristic military applications.
According to the official release, the key objectives of the competition include promoting indigenous research, development, and manufacturing of advanced drone systems; identifying next-generation solutions for current and future operational needs; and fostering collaboration between the Indian Army, startups, individual innovators, and established defence manufacturers.
The competition will feature multiple stages such as Obstacle Negotiation and Endurance Race, among others. It will be held in two phases—Phase 1 from August 10 to 15 and Phase 2 from August 20 to 24. Participation is open to Service Teams, Freelancers, and OEMs, with the last date for online registration set for August 1.
Surya Dronathon 2025 is expected to be a landmark initiative, reinforcing the Indian Army’s commitment to integrating modern technology to boost national security and promote self-reliance in defence manufacturing. (ANI)
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