Why India is developing hypersonic missiles and how it may prove to be a game changer for defence forces?
long-range hypersonic missile. The missile was launched from Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island, off the coast of Odisha. It has been designed to carry various payloads and boasts a range exceeding 1,500 kilometers, making it a critical addition to India’s defence arsenal.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted the achievement, stating on X (formerly Twitter), “India has achieved a major milestone by successfully conducting the flight trial of a long-range hypersonic missile from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island, off the coast of Odisha. This is a historic moment, and this significant achievement has put our country in the group of select nations having capabilities of such critical and advanced military technologies.”
The missile was developed indigenously by DRDO’s Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex, Hyderabad, in collaboration with several other DRDO labs and industry partners.
What Are Hypersonic Missiles?
Hypersonic missiles are advanced weapons capable of speeds greater than Mach 5—five times the speed of sound, equivalent to over a mile per second. These weapons are distinct from traditional ballistic missiles due to their ability to maneuver during flight.
Two primary types of hypersonic weapons include:
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