India's 2026 Budget Push for Drones

The Indian government is planning to spend ₹10,000 crore over five years to help make drones in India.

This money will help companies set up factories and make drones cheaper.

Three companies, Zen Technologies, Paras Defence, and IdeaForge, are expected to benefit from this plan.

Zen makes parts and systems to stop enemy drones.

Paras makes special cameras and anti-drone systems.

IdeaForge makes drones for the military and other uses.

All three companies are working to make better drones and reduce India's need to buy parts from other countries.

The government wants more Indian companies to make drones and their parts locally.

In 2026, drone startups expect to grow more, get bigger contracts, and work more in defence, security, and civilian areas.

They also expect to use more local parts and better technology.