India Successfully Tests Naval Anti-Ship Missile (NASM-SR)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in News? | India successfully conducted the test-firing of the indigenously developed Naval Anti-Ship Missile (NASM-SR) from an Indian Naval Seaking helicopter at Chandipur, Odisha. |
| Where was the test conducted? | Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur, Odisha by DRDO in collaboration with the Indian Navy. |
| Target & Performance | The missile successfully hit a small ship in sea-skimming mode at its maximum range, demonstrating precision strike capability. |
| Key Features | - Man-in-Loop Feature: Allows in-flight retargeting via live image transmission. - Sea-Skimming Mode: Low-altitude flight to evade radar detection. - Indigenous Imaging Infra-Red Seeker: Enables precise targeting. - High Bandwidth Two-Way Datalink: Ensures real-time communication with the pilot. |
| Development & Collaboration | Developed by DRDO laboratories, including: - Research Centre Imarat (RCI) - Guidance & control. - Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL) - Propulsion & aerodynamics. - High Energy Materials Research Laboratory (HEMRL) - Warhead & explosives. - Terminal Ballistics Research Laboratory (TBRL) - Impact & damage analysis. |
| Strategic Importance | - Boosts India's maritime defense capabilities. - Enhances the Navy's ability to neutralize enemy warships. - Strengthens self-reliance in defense technology and reduces foreign dependence. |