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Athens, June 18 (IANS) India's drone programme extends beyond defence procurement, reflecting a strategic effort aimed at modernising the armed forces, strengthening domestic industry, reducing foreign dependence, and preparing for contemporary 21st-century warfare. The drone strategy is not shaped solely by military concerns but represents a major industrial and economic project. In contrast to India’s traditional defence acquisitions, which depend heavily on foreign suppliers, the new drone initiative is expected to prioritise domestic production, according to a report in Athens-based 'Directus'. “The move aligns closely with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' (Self-Reliant India) vision, which seeks to strengthen indigenous…
