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IG Defence to Co‑Develop KAL Drone and JWALA Micro‑Missile for Oman and GCC Nations
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🗓 31 Oct 2026, 05:36 AM
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Indian defence firm IG Defence has agreed to jointly develop the KAL drone and JWALA micro‑missile for Oman, with potential extensions to other Gulf Cooperation Council states.
IG Defence, a prominent Indian defence manufacturer, has signed an agreement to co‑develop the KAL drone and JWALA micro‑missile for the Sultanate of Oman. The partnership aims to combine Indian technology with Omani operational requirements, enhancing the Gulf nation’s air and missile capabilities.
The KAL drone, known for its long‑range surveillance and strike capabilities, will be tailored to meet Oman's maritime and border security needs. Meanwhile, the JWALA micro‑missile is designed for precision targeting in both air and ground scenarios.
Oman’s Ministry of Defence has expressed interest in expanding the collaboration to other Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) members, potentially opening a wider market for IG Defence’s products in the region. The deal aligns with India’s broader strategy to increase defence exports to Middle Eastern countries.
No specific delivery timelines or pricing details have been released yet, but officials from both sides anticipate the first prototypes to be ready within the next 18 months.
The KAL drone, known for its long‑range surveillance and strike capabilities, will be tailored to meet Oman's maritime and border security needs. Meanwhile, the JWALA micro‑missile is designed for precision targeting in both air and ground scenarios.
Oman’s Ministry of Defence has expressed interest in expanding the collaboration to other Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) members, potentially opening a wider market for IG Defence’s products in the region. The deal aligns with India’s broader strategy to increase defence exports to Middle Eastern countries.
No specific delivery timelines or pricing details have been released yet, but officials from both sides anticipate the first prototypes to be ready within the next 18 months.