DRDO tests Kusha missile, hitting high-speed target off Odisha coast
On July 23, the DRDO successfully conducted the maiden flight-test of the Kusha long-range surface-to-air missile from APJ Abdul Kalam Island off Odisha. The missile intercepted an electronic target simulating a high-speed, high-altitude aerial threat. Capable of neutralizing fighter jets, missiles, UAVs, and large aircraft, this test marks a significant milestone in India's air defence capability, reducing import dependency as noted by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
23 JUL 2026
· THIS STORY — NDTV
DRDO tests Kusha missile, hitting high-speed target off Odisha coast
— Indian Express
The DRDO successfully conducted the first flight test of the Kusha Long-Range Surface-to-Air Missile, demonstrating its ability to intercept aerial threats.
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