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India’s successful test of a Long-Range Anti-Ship Hypersonic Missile (LR-AShM) in May 2026 marks a major advancement in its strategic military capabilities. Developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the missile travels at speeds exceeding Mach 5 and is capable of maneuvering during flight, making interception by existing missile defense systems extremely difficult.
Technically, the missile features a range of over 1,500 km, a two-stage solid propulsion system, and advanced thermal-resistant materials to withstand hypersonic speeds. Its guidance system combines inertial navigation with an indigenous radar seeker, ensuring high terminal accuracy. Designed primarily to target large naval assets such as aircraft carriers, it significantly enhances India’s maritime strike capability.
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India's LR-AShM hypersonic missile test in May 2026 marks a breakthrough in maritime strike capability. Learn about this Mach 5+ system and India's strategic defense evolution.
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