NEW DELHI: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) achieved a significant milestone by successfully conducting a flight test of the RudraM-II air-to-surface missile. The test was carried out from an Indian Air Force (IAF) Su-30 MK-I platform on May 29, off the coast of Odisha, around 11:30 AM.
The flight test met all trial objectives, validating the missile’s propulsion system, control mechanisms, and guidance algorithms. The performance of the missile was confirmed through data captured by a range of tracking instruments, including electro-optical systems, radar, and telemetry stations, which were deployed by the Integrated Test Range (ITR) Chandipur at various locations, including an onboard ship.
The RudraM-II missile is a solid-propelled air-launched system developed indigenously under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. It is designed for air-to-surface missions aimed at neutralizing various enemy assets. This missile system incorporates several cutting-edge indigenous technologies created by multiple DRDO facilities.
The Ministry of Defence highlighted the missile’s successful test, noting that it has consolidated the RudraM-II’s role as a force multiplier for the armed forces. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated the IAF, DRDO, and the industry partners involved in the project.
“The successful test has consolidated the role of the RudraM-II system as a force multiplier to the armed forces,” said Singh.
Samir V. Kamat, Secretary of Defence R&D and DRDO Chairman, praised the DRDO team for their relentless efforts and contributions that culminated in the successful flight test of the RudraM-II.
This successful test marks a significant step forward in enhancing India’s defense capabilities and underscores the nation’s commitment to self-reliance in advanced military technologies.
