Indian Army's Modern Warfare Force – "Bhairav"

Why in News?

Indian Army created a dedicated drone warfare force named Bhairav.

Highlights

• More than 1 lakh drone operatives
• 15 battalions raised
• Target: 25 battalions
• First parade:
  • Army Day 2026
  • Jaipur

Objective

• Drone warfare
• Precision targeting
• Special operations

Associated Formation

Rudra Brigades

• Infantry
• Tanks
• Artillery
• Special Forces
• UAS

GS-III

• Defence Modernisation
• Military Technology