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15/03/23 08:30 AM IST

DRDO conducts two consecutive successful flight tests of VSHORADS missile

In News
  • Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted two consecutive successful flight tests of Very Short Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS) missile.
About VSHORADS
  • VSHORADS is a Man Portable Air Defence System (MANPAD) meant for neutralising low altitude aerial threats at short ranges.
  • It has been designed and developed indigenously by Research Centre Imarat, Hyderabad in collaboration with other DRDO laboratories and Indian Industry Partners.
  • The missile incorporates many novel technologies including Dual-band IIR Seeker, miniaturised Reaction Control System and integrated avionics.
  • The propulsion is provided by a dual thrust solid motor.
Significance
  • Being man-portable and lightweight compared to the other missile systems in the Army’s armoury, it can be deployed in the mountains close to the LAC at a short notice.
  • When inducted, they will be a critical air defence missile for the forces, even for an all-equipped infantry unit, and will be the best option for mountain warfare.
  • The procurement of VSHORAD, as a robust and quickly deployable system, will strengthen India’s air defence capabilities.
Source- PIB

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