Archive · 26 Jul 2025
Army Conducts Drone Drill, Ulfa-I Chief Talks of Attacks
The Indian Army had a military drill near the Myanmar border, testing how to use drones in battle.
Meanwhile, the leader of ULFA-I, Paresh Baruah, says the army launched drone attacks on their camps from helipads.
He also mentioned ongoing conversations with the Chief Minister of Assam but wants the central government to discuss key issues.
Baruah stated that ULFA-I would keep fighting, but wouldn't harm Assamese civilians or police unless they were attacked first.
Indian Army conducted 'Exercise Drone Prahaar' near the Myanmar border.
The exercise focused on integrating drone technology for tactical operations.
Ulfa-I chief Paresh Baruah claims drone attacks on their camps were launched from helipads in Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland.
Baruah states Ulfa-I will continue its armed struggle but will not target Assamese people or police unless attacked.
Baruah says he occasionally communicates with Assam's Chief Minister regarding potential talks.
- Who
- Indian Army, ULFA-I, Paresh Baruah, and Assam Chief Minister.
- What
- Recent military exercise by the Indian Army and statements from ULFA-I chief Paresh Baruah.
- When
- The military exercise was recent; article published on July 26th.
- Where
- Near the Myanmar border, with claimed attacks in Myanmar and communications happening in Assam.
- Why
- The exercise was to integrate drone technology and showcase preparedness. Baruah is expressing ULFA-I's position.
ULFA-I
Indian Army/Government
Drone Attacks
ULFA-I
Claims Indian Army launched drone attacks on ULFA-I camps in Myanmar.
Indian Army/Government
The Indian Army denied any involvement in the drone strikes.
Negotiations
ULFA-I
Seeks genuine dialogue and a resolution on core issues.
Indian Army/Government
Government approach to ULFA-I talks.
- Exercise Name
- 'Exercise Drone Prahaar'
- Location
- Near Myanmar Border
- Organization
- Indian Army
- ULFA-I Leader
- Paresh Baruah
- Baruah's Stance
- Claims drone attacks, seeks talks
- Army's Position
- Officially denied involvement in drone strikes.
