This mission proved that the missile's guidance system and targeting capabilities were fully functional.
Highlights
This is the first successful test of this special anti-ship missile developed in India.
The missile comes with man-in-the-loop control.
This allows the pilot to change targets during flight.
The Indian Navy and DRDO have successfully test-fired the indigenous Naval Anti-Ship Missile (NASM-SR) for the first time. The test was conducted from the Integrated Test Range (ITR) in Chandipur, Odisha. The missile was launched from an Indian Naval Sea King helicopter and accurately hit a small ship target in sea-skimming mode at its maximum range. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated DRDO and the Navy on this success. The missile utilizes advanced technologies such as man-in-the-loop technology, indigenous imaging infra-red seeker, and high-bandwidth two-way data link.
PTI reported (via NDTV ) that this is the first successful test of this specialized anti-ship missile developed in India. The mission demonstrated the missile's guidance system and targeting capabilities were fully functional. The missile features man-in-the-loop control, allowing the pilot to change targets during flight.
In this test, the missile hit its target with pinpoint accuracy, proving its capability to destroy even the smallest ships. Its infrared imaging seeker system helps identify and lock onto targets, significantly increasing its lethality.
The most significant feature of the NASM-SR is that it is based entirely on indigenous technology. It was developed jointly by several DRDO laboratories, such as the Research Centre Imarat, the Defence Research and Development Laboratory, the High Energy Materials Research Lab, and the Terminal Ballistics Research Lab.
This achievement will significantly enhance India's naval capabilities and strengthen its naval strategy in the Indian Ocean region. The development of such indigenous technology will undoubtedly help India's defense become self-reliant.
