New Delhi: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted the flight-trial of India’s first long-range hypersonic missile from Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island, located off the coast of Odisha. This milestone marks a significant achievement for India's defense capabilities, placing the country among a select group of nations with advanced hypersonic technology.
The missile, designed to carry various payloads over distances greater than 1,500 kilometers, was tracked by multiple range systems across different domains. The flight data from downrange stations confirmed the missile’s successful terminal maneuvers and precise impact. Developed by DRDO’s missile complex in Hyderabad and in collaboration with industry partners, this test represents the culmination of years of research and development.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh praised the success as a historic moment for India, emphasizing that the nation is now part of an exclusive group capable of such advanced military technologies. He congratulated DRDO, the Armed Forces, and industry partners for their contributions to this "stupendous achievement."
