India has successfully conducted three consecutive flight tests against long-range ballistic missiles, joining an elite group of countries with the capability to defend against ballistic missile attacks.
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted the flight tests on June 10 and 11, marking a significant milestone in India's defence capabilities.
The tests included a maiden flight test of an anti-ship defence at medium range, which was also successful.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated the DRDO for both achievements, highlighting India's growing focus on ballistic missile defence.
The DRDO has developed interceptor missiles capable of destroying enemy missiles with ranges between 2,000 km and 5,000 km, classified as Intermediate-Range Ballistic Missiles (IRBMs).
India's efforts to bolster ballistic missile defence come amid concerns over Pakistan's development of long-range ballistic missiles, including the Fateh-I, Fateh-II, and Chinese-origin P282.
With this success, India is now part of a select group of countries, including the US, Russia, and China, with the capability to defend against ballistic missile attacks.
