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Indian Army Trains Eagles to Combat Illegal Drones

1/23/2026

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The Indian Army's Remount Veterinary Corps trains eagles and black kites to intercept illegal drones used for drug and weapon trafficking.
The Army showcased this anti-drone capability in New Delhi ahead of the Republic Day parade.
The Remount Veterinary Corps began using eagles for anti-drone missions in 2022.
An Army report notes that the eagles have taken down hundreds of drones during training without sustaining injuries.

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The Indian Army's Remount Veterinary Corps trains eagles and black kites to intercept illegal drones used for drug and weapon trafficking.
The Army showcased this anti-drone capability in New Delhi ahead of the Republic Day parade.
The Remount Veterinary Corps began using eagles for anti-drone missions in 2022.
An Army report notes that the eagles have taken down hundreds of drones during training without sustaining injuries.