New Delhi. The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has achieved a significant milestone in strengthening India’s defence capabilities by successfully conducting three major missile tests within a span of 24 hours on June 10 and 11. The trials included the successful demonstration of Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) systems as well as Naval Anti-Ship Missile technology.
According to official sources, DRDO tested advanced interceptor missiles capable of neutralising Intermediate-Range Ballistic Missiles (IRBMs) with a range of 2,000 to 5,000 kilometres. These interceptors are designed to operate in both exo-atmospheric and endo-atmospheric conditions, successfully engaging and destroying incoming targets in controlled trial scenarios, thereby showcasing India’s multi-layered air defence capability.
In addition to the BMD trials, DRDO also successfully conducted the first flight test of the Naval Anti-Ship Missile–Medium Range (NASM-MR). The test demonstrated precise strike capability against maritime targets at medium range, marking a significant boost to the Indian Navy’s operational strength and maritime strike options.
Officials stated that the objective of these tests is to further strengthen India’s defence preparedness against evolving and advanced missile threats. The developments are considered particularly important amid reports of neighbouring countries working on long-range and multiple-warhead missile systems.
All trials were conducted under the supervision of senior DRDO scientists and representatives of the Armed Forces. The Secretary, Department of Defence R&D and Chairman DRDO reviewed the missions closely and appreciated the coordination among scientists, industry partners, and the armed forces.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also congratulated DRDO on the achievement, stating that these successful tests would significantly enhance India’s preparedness against aerial and maritime threats.