Navy to lease two new MQ-9B Sea Guardian unmanned aircraft from US firm
The Indian Ministry of Defence signed a ₹1,943-crore contract with General Atomics to lease two MQ-9B Sea Guardian drones for 30 months. These advanced unmanned aircraft will enhance the Indian Navy's surveillance capabilities across the Indian Ocean Region. The deal follows a larger agreement in 2024 for 31 MQ-9B drones, indicating ongoing military collaboration with the US.