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Army Inducts Akash Missile System, Boosting Indigenous Defence Capabilities

By NDP newsroom

On November 16, 2021, the Indian Army inducted its first regiment of the indigenously developed Akash surface-to-air missile system. This missile system, capable of targeting a wide range of aerial threats up to 25 km, represents a major step in India's self-reliance in defence technology. The Akash missile system was developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and is manufactured by Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL).

General Dalbir Singh, the Army Chief, highlighted that the Akash missile system would significantly enhance the protection of military assets. "This is a step towards the self-realisation of indigenisation," he said during the formal induction ceremony.

The Akash system is designed to engage multiple aerial targets simultaneously, including unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), helicopters, and fighter planes, under all weather conditions. The system can operate within a broad altitude range, from as low as 30 meters to a maximum of 20 km. With 96% indigenisation, the system marks a significant advancement in India's indigenous military capabilities.

Each regiment of Akash includes six launchers, with each launcher capable of firing three missiles. The Army has placed orders for two regiments, worth approximately Rs. 19,000 crore. While the Air Force variant of Akash has already been inducted, the Army variant is designed for greater mobility, allowing it to be rapidly deployed in different operational theatres as needed.

This development enhances India's missile defence capabilities, contributing to the overall strengthening of its military infrastructure.

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