India successfully tested a surface-to-air missile

According to the Deccan Herald , DRDO and the Indian Navy have successfully conducted a ground-based test launch of a short-range surface-to-air missile (VL-SRSAM), marking a significant milestone for the Indian defence industry.

The missile was aimed at a high-speed target and flew at low altitude. The Indian Ministry of Defense said the missile system successfully tracked and engaged the target.

India successfully tested a short-range surface-to-air missile at the Chandipur Integrated Test Range (India) on September 12, 2024

PHOTO: Press Trust of India

"The system's performance was meticulously monitored and validated using various equipment such as radar electro-optical tracking system and telemetry system deployed at the Integrated Test Range Chandipur," the Indian Ministry of Defence said in a statement.

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh praised DRDO and the Navy for the achievement, saying the test demonstrated the reliability and effectiveness of the VL-SRSAM weapon system. The test was aimed at validating several upgraded elements of the weapon system, including proximity fuse, seeker and accuracy.

In parallel, DRDO Chairman Samir V Kamat emphasized that this system will significantly enhance the operational capacity of the Indian Navy and act as a core force.

Before the test, about 3,100 residents living within a 2.5 km radius of the launch pad were moved to temporary shelters for safety.

The event comes as India recently launched its second nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine, the INS Arighaat, in a move that will significantly boost its deterrence capabilities.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/an-do-thu-thanh-cong-ten-lua-dat-doi-khong-185240913073732752.htm