India Successfully Tests Long-Range Hypersonic Anti-Ship Missile Off Odisha Coast
India carries out 2nd test of long-range hypersonic anti-ship missile off Odisha coast
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India has successfully conducted the second flight test of the long-range hypersonic anti-ship missile (LR-AShM) developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) off the coast of Odisha. With a strike range exceeding 1,500 km and speeds reaching Mach 10, this missile enhances India's maritime defense capabilities significantly.
- 01The LR-AShM can strike targets over 1,500 km away, enhancing India's maritime reach.
- 02It reaches speeds of Mach 10, improving its evasion of radar and interception systems.
- 03The missile features unpredictable flight paths, allowing it to target both stationary and moving vessels.
- 04Developed by DRDO, the LR-AShM is a step towards India's defense self-reliance.
- 05The system was publicly showcased during the Republic Day parade earlier this year.
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India has marked a significant advancement in its maritime defense capabilities with the successful second flight test of the long-range hypersonic anti-ship missile (LR-AShM) developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). Conducted off the coast of Odisha, the missile boasts a strike range exceeding 1,500 km and can reach speeds of up to Mach 10. This capability not only extends India's reach into deep ocean zones but also enhances its strategic deterrence against regional rivals like China and Pakistan. The latest test focused on validating the missile's two-stage hypersonic glide vehicle configuration, which allows it to sustain an average speed of Mach 5 during its glide phase, making it difficult for advanced ship-based radar systems to intercept. The LR-AShM is designed to carry multiple payloads and can strike both stationary and moving targets, showcasing versatility and precision. Developed under the Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex in Hyderabad, this program is a crucial step in India's journey towards defense self-reliance.
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The successful test of the LR-AShM strengthens India's maritime defense, potentially deterring threats from regional adversaries.
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