In a first, Manipur soldier gets Shaurya Chakra for foiling drone attack
- Posted on August 17, 2026
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In a first, Manipur soldier gets Shaurya Chakra for foiling drone attack
An army soldier received a gallantry medal for his actions against insurgents. Naib Subedar Shankar Ram was injured while returning fire and spotting a drone. This incident highlights the growing use of armed drones by non-state actors. Insurgents are rigging commercial drones with explosives for attacks. The armed forces are procuring anti-drone systems to counter this threat.
