In a significant development earlier this week, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully tested a Multi-layered Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) capability. This system can engage targets including Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles (ICBMs). With this advancement, India joins an elite group of nations that possess the ability to defend against ICBMs.
On June 10 and 11, DRDO conducted three consecutive flight tests to demonstrate multi-layered defence against long-range ballistic missiles and anti-ship capability at medium range, the Defence Ministry said in a statement. The Multi-layered BMD capability was successfully demonstrated during these tests.
According to the Ministry, the interceptors successfully engaged their respective targets. The systems are designed and developed with the latest technologies to address emerging missile threats. The statement highlighted that these tests have placed the country in the elite group of nations having BMD capability to engage up to Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles.
The maiden flight test of the Naval Anti-Ship Missile-Medium Range (NASM-MR) was also carried out successfully. The flight tests were witnessed by senior officials of DRDO and the defence forces.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated DRDO on successfully demonstrating these crucial technologies. DRDO Chairman Rajesh Kumar Singh monitored the trials and applauded the combined efforts of DRDO and industry. The achievement marks a major step in strengthening India's strategic defence preparedness against advanced and long-range missile threats.