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News: India has successfully conducted tests of its first indigenous micro-missile system named Bhargavastra.
About Bhargavastra micro-missile system
- The Bhargavastra is India’s first domestically developed micro-missile system designed to combat swarm drone threats.
- Developed by: Economic Explosives Ltd
Features:
- It is a counter-drone system capable of detecting small aerial vehicles at over 6 km range and neutralizing them using guided micro munitions.
- The system can launch over 64 micro missiles simultaneously.
- It is capable of rapid deployment on a mobile platform and can engage targets at distances exceeding 2.5 km.
- It has been designed for operations in diverse terrains, including high-altitude regions, the system meets specific military operational requirements.
Importance:
- The system provides an economical solution for the Indian Army to counter large-scale drone attacks.
- It also offers a reliable defense against small drones in swarm attacks.
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