DRDO capability proven

With the test of Anti-Satellite (A-SAT) on 27 Mar 2019, India joins a select group of nations, which have such capability to destroy live satellite in low earth orbit.

The test has once again proven the capability of indigenous weapon systems, said the Defence Ministry in a release on 27 Mar 2019.

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted the Anti-Satellite (A-SAT) missile test ‘Mission Shakti’ from the Dr AP J Abdul Kalam Island in Odisha.

A DRDO-developed Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) Interceptor Missile successfully engaged an Indian orbiting target satellite in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) in a ‘Hit to Kill’ mode.

The interceptor missile was a three-stage missile with two solid rocket boosters. Tracking data from range sensors has confirmed that the mission met all its objectives, said the Defence Ministry in a release on 27 Mar 2019.

The test has demonstrated the Nation’s capability to defend its assets in outer space. It is a vindication of the strength and robust nature of DRDO’s programmes, said the Ministry. fiinews.com