What are the major components of India's UAV deal with the US firm

Understand India's involvement in UAV deal with the US firm, with a focus on locally developed components.
India's UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) deal with the US firm involves the following major components:
  • The procurement of 30 MQ-9 Reaper drones
  • The establishment of a fully functional UAV system with US assistance
  • Transfer of technology and local production of drones in India
  • The sharing of high-end technology for the development of India's indigenous UAV capabilities
  • Joint development of target recognition and tracking systems for the drones
  • Provision of associated training, logistics, and support services
India's involvement in this UAV deal with the US firm has emphasized the need for local production and technology transfer. India aims to develop its own indigenous UAV capabilities, and the transfer of technology is expected to strengthen India's unmanned aviation industry while reducing its reliance on imports. Through this deal, India also seeks to improve its surveillance and reconnaissance abilities to bolster its defence capabilities. The partnership with the US firm is expected to enhance India's military preparedness and strengthen defence cooperation between the two nations.
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