Flight-Test of India's First Long-Range Hypersonic Missile

On 16th November 2024, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted a successful flight trial of India’s first long-range hypersonic missile, from Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island, off the coast of Odisha.

Designed to carry various payloads over distances exceeding 1,500 kilometers, the missile represents a significant milestone in India’s defence capabilities.

Key Points

Advanced Capabilities: The hypersonic missile achieved terminal manoeuvres with high precision, confirmed by flight data from downrange ship stations and multiple tracking systems.
Indigenous Development: Developed by DRDO's APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex, Hyderabad, with collaboration from other DRDO labs and industry partners.
Strategic Significance: This breakthrough enhances India's strategic defence capabilities and reinforces its position in developing cutting-edge military technology.