New Delhi: DRDO and the Indian Air Force successfully tested the RudraM-II missile from an airborne platform. The test validated critical subsystems under extreme release conditions. The missile struck its predefined target with pin-point accuracy.
Officials said the missile followed the planned trajectory after release. It hit the target precisely and met all mission objectives. The Integrated Test Range at Chandipur tracked the mission through multiple instruments. Flight data confirmed the test results.
Research Centre Imarat in Hyderabad led the RudraM-II missile programme. It worked with the Defence Research and Development Laboratory, High Energy Materials Research Laboratory, Armament Research and Development Establishment, and ITR.
Several industry partners also supported the programme. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, the Regional Centre for Military Airworthiness and the Missile System Quality Assurance Agency contributed to the effort.
RudraM-II missile strengthens indigenous defence capability
Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh congratulated DRDO, the IAF, defence public sector undertakings and industry partners. He said the successful tests reflected the growing strength of indigenous defence technology. He added that the achievement would advance India’s self-reliance in advanced weapon systems.
The Secretary of Defence R&D and DRDO Chairman also congratulated the teams involved in the project. He described the tests as a major milestone for India’s missile development programme.
The successful trials enhanced India’s indigenous precision-strike capability. They also strengthened operational readiness through home-grown defence technology.
