IG Defence Secures Patent for Indigenous Fixed-Wing Tactical Drone, Strengthening India’s Modern Battlefield Capabilities
New Delhi, February 10, 2026. IG Defence has been granted a patent for its Fixed-Wing Tactical Unmanned Aerial System (UAS), developed to meet the changing demands of modern battlefield operations. The patented platform brings together precision strike, surveillance and terminal engagement in one versatile unmanned system, strengthening India’s indigenous defence capabilities.
Over the years, IG Defence has quietly built a strong reputation as an IP-led Indian defence technology company, with a clear focus on designing, building and validating its platforms in India. From securing patents for advanced defence simulators to deploying indigenous drone systems during live operations such as Operation Sindoor, the company has stayed close to real battlefield needs. Its technologies are developed for actual use in the field, not just for showcasing capabilities. This latest patent adds to IG Defence’s growing portfolio of home-grown innovations and reflects its continued effort to turn research and intellectual property into solutions that the armed forces can rely on in real operational conditions.
This focus on operational readiness is becoming ever more pertinent as warfare continues to evolve. Operations are quicker and more complex than ever before and are increasingly being driven by technology. The threats are no longer contained within traditional battle-spheres; they require quicker cycles of response and situational awareness, together with intelligent usage of unmanned systems. IG Defence’s newly patented fixed-wing tactical drone has been designed with these realities in mind. It allows forces to detect, track and engage targets with a high degree of precision, while significantly reducing risk to personnel on the ground. In contested and high-pressure environments, this ability to gather intelligence and act swiftly can be decisive.
The platform’s fixed-wing architecture enables longer range, higher endurance and stable performance over extended missions. With the ability to carry a warhead payload of up to 5 kg, the system can be configured with mission-specific munitions or equipment. This flexibility allows the drone to support a wide spectrum of operational roles, ranging from intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance to precision strike and other strategic tasks.
Its lightweight design makes it easier to transport and deploy quickly, even in challenging terrain and time-sensitive scenarios. With a minimal logistical footprint, the system is suited for missions where speed, accuracy and adaptability are critical. The patented design reflects IG Defence’s focus on building solutions that are not only technologically advanced, but also practical and ready for real operational conditions.
Commenting on the patent grant, Bodhisattwa Sanghapriya, Founder and CEO, IG Defence, said, “This patent is another important step in our journey of building indigenous defence technologies that are meant for real operational use, not just for demonstration. Over the years, we have focused on creating IP in critical areas, whether it was defence simulators or unmanned systems that have been tested in live environments. This fixed-wing tactical drone has been developed keeping the realities of modern conflict in mind. Our aim is to give the armed forces reliable tools that improve situational awareness, reduce risk to soldiers, and perform consistently in demanding conditions. This is our way of contributing to Aatmanirbhar Bharat and to building defence capabilities that India can truly rely on.”
Air Commodore R N Gaekwad, Advisor,IG Defence, added, “On today’s battlefields, decisions have to be taken quickly and often with incomplete information. Platforms that can extend the eyes and reach of commanders, without putting soldiers in harm’s way, are becoming increasingly important. This patented system combines surveillance and strike in one unmanned platform, which brings real operational value. It helps improve situational awareness, extends operational reach and supports quicker, more informed decision-making. As conflicts become more technology-driven and multi-domain, systems like this will play a much larger role in how operations are planned and executed.”
With this patent, IG Defence continues to strengthen its position within India’s defence innovation ecosystem as a company focused on building and owning core technologies. At a time when national security increasingly depends on technological edge, speed of response and strategic autonomy, indigenous platforms such as this fixed-wing tactical drone play a meaningful role in strengthening defence preparedness. By consistently investing in home-grown IP and field-ready unmanned systems, IG Defence is contributing to India’s long-term vision of building a stronger, more secure and self-reliant defence capability.
