What is the primary capability of the 'multipurpose octocopter' developed by Havildar Varinder Singh of the Sikh Regiment?

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·         President Droupadi Murmu has awarded the Vishisht Seva Medal to Havildar Varinder Singh of the Sikh Regiment in the Indian Army for his development of a ‘multipurpose octocopter’. ·         The ‘multipurpose octocopter’ developed by Havildar Varinder Singh is a versatile drone capable of not only conducting surveillance operations but also performing tasks such as grenade dropping, aerial target engagement with weapons like the AK-47, and logistics operations. ·         This is also a weapon drone. With the help of a four-hand grenade MGM rifle, the enemy can be killed with pinpoint accuracy. Learn Along: ·         The Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM ) is a decoration of the Indian Armed Forces. It is given to personnel of all levels in the Indian Armed Forces as an acknowledgement for “distinguished service of a high order.” ·         The medal is crafted from bronze an is adorned with a golden ribbon featuring three dark blue stripes. ·         The VSM was instituted on January 26, 1960, as VSM Class-III to recognise the distinguished service of a high order. ·         It was renamed on January 27, 1967, as VSM, and it holds the provision to be conferred posthumously.