SkyStriker drones, developed by Adani Group’s Alpha Design Technologies and Israel’s Elbit Security Systems, were key in India’s Operation Sindoor. These kamikaze drones are designed to locate and destroy terrorist targets.
Features of SkyStriker Drones
SkyStriker drones are loitering munitions, meaning they hover over a target area before striking. They are stealthy with a low noise profile, making them hard to detect. Powered by electric propulsion, they carry a 5 or 10 kg warhead and are precise in targeting.
Role in Operation Sindoor
On May 7, 2025, India launched Operation Sindoor, responding to a terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, in April 2025. The SkyStriker drones targeted nine terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK), focusing on dismantling terrorist infrastructure, without harming civilians or military sites.
Precision Strikes from Indian Soil
The strikes were carried out with coordinates from Indian intelligence, entirely from Indian soil. SkyStriker drones ensured the targets were hit accurately, demonstrating India’s advanced capabilities in counter-terrorism.
Pakistan’s Retaliation and India’s Response
After India’s strikes, Pakistan launched drone attacks, which India successfully countered. Indian forces responded with a strong defense, showing their readiness to protect the country while maintaining a measured approach.
A New Strategy for Counter-Terrorism
Operation Sindoor and the use of SkyStriker drones show India’s shift towards more targeted and efficient counter-terrorism methods. It highlights India’s focus on precision and minimal escalation in dealing with security threats.
SkyStriker drones have proven effective in neutralizing terrorist threats. They represent a modern approach to warfare, allowing India to carry out operations with precision and minimal collateral damage. Operation Sindoor marks a significant step forward in India’s defense capabilities.
