India's Private Sector Develops JWALA-MK1 Micro-Missile for Anti-Drone Defense
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| System Designation | JWALA-MK1 |
| Manufacturer | IG Defence (Indian private defence firm) |
| Type | Micro-missile (hard-kill interceptor) |
| Purpose | Anti-drone defence (short-range surface-to-air missile - SAM) |
| Propulsion | Dual-pulse solid rocket motor (successfully tested in October 2026) |
| Control Method | Fin-controlled |
| Range | 2-5 km (engagement), 50m-5,000m (altitude) |
| Accuracy | CEP under 2 meters at max range |
| Warhead | 0.5-1.5 kg pre-fragmented high explosive |
| Launch System | Truck-mounted multi-canister launcher |
| Response Time | Under 7 seconds (detection to launch) |
| Development Status | Post-propulsion tests; experimental trials upcoming |
| Integration | Part of GRID Defend (AI-driven battle management network) |
| Economic Rationale | Cost-effective solution against low-cost drone swarms |