On November 16, 2024, DRDO successfully conducted a flight test of a long-range hypersonic missile at Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the coast of Odisha. This hypersonic missile is designed to carry various payloads for all branches of the Indian Armed Forces with a range of over 1,500 km. The missile is tracked by various ranging systems deployed in different areas. Flight data received from downstream ship stations confirmed successful terminal maneuvers and high-precision impact.
India among selected countries in the world
Let us tell you that this missile is indigenously developed by the laboratory of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex, Hyderabad, along with various other laboratories and industry partners of DRDO. The flight test was conducted in the presence of senior scientists from the DRDO and the armed forces. This unprecedented achievement by DRDO solidifies India’s position among a select group of countries possessing advanced hypersonic missile technology. The missile highlights India’s growing self-reliance and its commitment to ‘Make in India’.
Congratulations to Rajnath Singh
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh appreciated the achievement. He described it as a “historic moment” for the country. Apart from this, he also congratulated the DRDO team, armed forces and industry partners for their extraordinary contribution in this historic success. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh said: “India has achieved a major achievement by successfully test-flying a long-range hypersonic missile from Dr. Abdul Kalam Island. “This major achievement places our country among the countries with such advanced military capabilities. among the few countries. “
what is major
Let us tell you that the characteristic of hypersonic missiles is their ability to fly at speeds exceeding Mach 5 (i.e. 6174 km/h), which makes them extremely difficult to detect and stop. The successful test of the missile highlights India’s growing capabilities in enhancing state-of-the-art military technology, strategic deterrence capabilities and enhancing national security.
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