India Successfully Tests Indigenous Anti-Radiation Missile Rudram-II
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Successful flight test of the indigenously developed anti-radiation missile Rudram-II. |
| Date/Location | Test conducted off the coast of Odisha using a Su-30 MKI fighter aircraft. |
| Developer | Developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). |
| Purpose | Designed for Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses (SEAD) missions. |
| Capabilities | - Targets enemy ground radars and communication stations. |
| - Equipped with a solid-propelled air-launched system. | |
| - Features an internal guidance system for autonomous target acquisition post-launch. | |
| Test Results | Successfully met all trial objectives, confirming reliability and efficacy. |
| Validation | Data from range tracking instruments support its exceptional performance. |
| Key Figures | Defence Minister Rajnath Singh praised the collaborative efforts of DRDO, IAF, and defense industry. |
| Related Developments | - Rudram-I: Advanced seeker technologies, speed, and range capabilities. |
| - Next Generation Anti-Radiation Missile (NGARM): Planned for future aerial combat enhancements. | |
| Partnerships | Collaboration between DRDO and industry players like Adani Defence for mass production. |
| Future Prospects | Focus on indigenous production and innovation to strengthen India's defense capabilities globally. |