LR-AShM at Republic Day Parade

At the 77th Republic Day Parade on Kartavya Path, Defence Research and Development Organisation showcased the Long Range Anti-Ship Hypersonic Missile (LR-AShM) for the first time, highlighting India’s growing hypersonic strike capability for maritime security.

What is LR-AShM?

  • Type: Hypersonic glide missile (quasi-ballistic).
  • Role: Designed for coastal battery requirements of the Indian Navy.
    • A coastal battery is a land-based system of artillery or missiles specifically designed to protect a coastline from enemy ships.
  • Range: 1,500 km (future variants up to 3,500 km under development).
  • Targets: Can engage static and moving naval targets.
  • Payload: Configurable for multiple mission needs.

How does the missile work?

  • Speed: Initial ....
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