Stratospheric platforms in future wars: US tests balloon swarms; India backs Rs 15,000cr airships
The US Army is planning to deploy high-altitude balloons in Europe for surveillance and communication. India is also advancing its airship-based high-altitude pseudo satellite programme for persistent border monitoring. Both countries aim to enhance military operations by utilizing these platforms for intelligence and reconnaissance. The US program envisions operational capabilities during major conflicts and includes multiple advanced technologies. These developments highlight the strategic im…



