The need for an ISTAR platform to provide real time feedback on a battlefield situation or border tensions has been increasingly felt. Along with unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), an ISTAR platform will enable tracking of enemy assets across the border, signal intelligence gathering and pinpointing enemy radar and air defence positions.
The decision to go for an indigenous ISTAR comes after the air force cleared the acquisition of more indigenous 'Netra' early warning and control aircraft to its fleet. As reported, six additional aircraft are planned to be acquired by the air force as part of a $1 billion plan to add force multipliers in the air force.
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