India has achieved a significant milestone in its defense capabilities with the successful testing of its first indigenous micro-missile system, designed to counter the emerging threat of swarm drones.
This breakthrough technology is part of the ‘Bhargavastra’ multi-layer counter-drone system, showcasing an advanced and cost-effective approach to neutralizing enemy UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles).
Key Highlights of the Tests:
- Location: Conducted at the Gopalpur Seaward Firing Ranges (GSFR) in Odisha.
- Developer: Designed and developed by Economic Explosives Ltd, a subsidiary of Solar Industries India Ltd.
- Trial Details:
- First Trial (January 12, 2025):
- Target: Stationary aerial target.
- Distance: 2,500 meters.
- Height: 400 meters.
- Second Trial (January 13, 2025):
- Target: Moving electronic target.
- First Trial (January 12, 2025):
Features of the Bhargavastra System:
- Detection Capability:
- Can identify small, incoming drones at a range of over 6 kilometers.
- Micro-Missile Performance:
- Fires 64 micro-missiles simultaneously, ensuring effective neutralization of swarm drone attacks.
- Guided munitions provide precision targeting at an affordable cost.
- Deployment:
- Mounted on a mobile platform, allowing quick and flexible deployment to threat zones.
- Multi-Layered Defense:
- The system incorporates multiple layers of detection and response, enabling it to handle large-scale drone threats effectively.
(Source: ET)
