DRDO India: India has achieved great success in the defense sector. DRDO and Indian Navy have jointly launched a successful salvo of Naval Anti-Ship Missile (Short Range) for the first time. This test was conducted in the Bay of Bengal near the coast of Odisha, which is considered an important achievement for the military strength of the country.

DRDO and Indian Navy jointly conducted the first salvo launch of Naval Anti-Ship Missile-Short Range (NASM-SR) from an Indian Navy helicopter platform. This test was conducted in the Bay of Bengal off the coast of Odisha, which is considered a big step for the country’s defense capability.

Defense Minister congratulated

Defense Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated DRDO, Indian Navy, Indian Air Force and industry, including DCPP partners, on this success. He said that the development of this missile will significantly increase the capability of the armed forces and will further strengthen the maritime security of the country.

Big increase in defense capability

This successful test is being considered a big step in terms of India’s military strength. This will significantly increase the firepower and strategic strength of the Indian Armed Forces, especially in the maritime domain.

Defense Ministry gave technical information

According to the Defense Ministry, these state-of-the-art platforms have been designed keeping in mind the future operational needs of the Indian Armed Forces. Both vehicles are fitted with a 30 mm crewless turret developed with indigenous technology, which includes modern features to ensure better mobility, firepower and security. These platforms are equipped with high-power engines and automatic transmission systems, which improve their speed and performance. They can easily cross difficult paths, high slopes and obstacles.

For safety, they have been provided with modular blast and ballistic protection up to STANAG Level-4 and Level-5, along with modular protective shield all around. Hydro jet technology has been used in the vehicles, which makes them capable of crossing obstacles present in water and increases operational flexibility.

The ministry said that the 7.62 mm PKT gun fitted with a 30 mm crewless turret has also been designed to launch anti-tank guided missiles. Their base design is of multi-role capability, meaning they can be used in different military operations as per requirement. At present, about 65 percent indigenous content has been used in these platforms, which is planned to be further increased to 90 percent.