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Prelims level: 'Bhargavastra' Micro Missiles
Why in the News?
India has achieved a significant milestone in defense technology by successfully testing its first domestically developed Bhargavastra micro-missile system, designed to counter swarm drone threats.
What is Bhargavastra?
- Bhargavastra is India’s first micro-missile-based counter-drone system, developed to address the increasing threat posed by swarm drones.
- It is capable of detecting and neutralizing small aerial vehicles at ranges exceeding 6 km.
- Developed by Economic Explosives Ltd, the system is designed for the Indian Army, with interest also expressed by the Indian Air Force.
- The system is tailored to provide a cost-effective solution for countering drone threats while preserving advanced air defense systems for larger challenges.
Features of the Bhargavastra Missile System
- Detection Range: Can detect small aerial vehicles at distances greater than 6 km.
- Neutralization Capability: Employs guided micro munitions to engage and destroy drone targets.
- Simultaneous Launches: Capable of launching over 64 micro missiles simultaneously, enabling effective countermeasures against swarm formations.
- Mobile Platform: Mounted on a mobile platform for rapid deployment in diverse terrains, including high-altitude regions.
- Versatile Design: Engineered to operate across varied terrains, meeting the specific requirements of the Indian military.
Significance of Bhargavastra
- With the widespread use of drones, particularly in swarm formations, Bhargavastra fills a critical gap in India’s defense strategy against aerial threats.
- The system ensures faster deployment and higher operational efficiency, particularly in high-altitude and challenging terrains.
- Its ability to engage multiple targets simultaneously improves the military’s readiness to counter large-scale drone attacks.
- Reduces dependency on foreign defense imports, aligning with the Atmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant India) initiative.
- Few comparable systems exist globally, highlighting the strategic advantage of Bhargavastra for the Indian armed forces.
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