India Completes Final Trials of Drone-Launched ULPGM-V3 Missile
India's DRDO successfully completed final development trials of the ULPGM-V3, a precision-guided missile for UAVs, at a test range near Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, on 19 May 2026. The missile, tested in air-to-ground and air-to-air roles, is fully domestically produced, enabling serial mass production. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hailed it as a strategic milestone toward self-reliance. The weapon enhances India's drone combat capability against armored vehicles, bunkers, and aerial threats, amid rising drone warfare concerns.
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India completes trials of drone-launched precision guided missile
India has successfully completed final developmental trials of a new precision guided missile designed for launch from unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), marking a significant step in enhancing its drone warfare capabilities. The missile, designated ULPGM-V3, was tested in both air-to-ground and air-to-air modes at a range in Andhra Pradesh. Developed through a collaboration between India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), state-run Bharat Dynamics Limited, and private firm Adani Defence Systems and Technologies, the missile is entirely produced within India's domestic defense ecosystem. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh called the achievement a 'strategic milestone' toward self-reliance. Analysts note the miniaturized weapon will allow drones to engage armored vehicles, bunkers, and low-altitude aerial targets like helicopters and other drones, providing mobile and cost-effective air defense. The development comes as India expands domestic military production and responds to the growing threat of drone proliferation, highlighted by recent conflicts and major military exercises.
Defense NewsIndia completes trials of drone-launched precision guided missile
India has successfully completed final developmental trials of the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM-V3), a compact missile designed for both air-to-ground and air-to-air missions. The trials were conducted at a test range near Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, using a multi-rotor drone. Developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) in partnership with Bharat Dynamics Limited and Adani Defence Systems and Technologies, the missile is entirely produced through India's domestic defense ecosystem, including small and medium enterprises. Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh hailed the achievement as a strategic milestone toward self-reliance in defense. Analysts note the missile enhances India's drone combat capability, allowing UAVs to destroy armored vehicles, bunkers, and low-altitude aerial targets like helicopters and drones. The development comes amid rising drone threats and follows India's largest drone and counter-drone military exercise in 2025.
C4ISRNetIndia completes trials of drone-launched precision guided missile
India has successfully completed final developmental trials of a new compact precision guided missile (ULPGM-V3) designed for launch from drones, capable of engaging both ground and aerial targets. The trials were conducted at a test range near Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, and involved a multi-rotor drone destroying another drone in mid-air. Developed through a collaboration between India's DRDO, state-run Bharat Dynamics Limited, and private-sector Adani Defence Systems and Technologies, the missile is produced entirely through the domestic defense ecosystem. Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh called the achievement a 'strategic milestone' toward self-reliance in defense. Analysts say the miniaturized weapon will allow UAVs to destroy armored vehicles, bunkers, and low-altitude air targets, enhancing India's drone combat capabilities as the country expands domestic military production.
C4ISRNetIndia completes trials of drone-launched precision guided missile
India has successfully completed final developmental trials of a new precision guided missile designed for drone launch, capable of engaging both ground and aerial targets. The Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3 was tested in Air-to-Ground and Air-to-Air modes at a range near Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh. Developed through a collaboration between the Defence Research and Development Organisation, Bharat Dynamics Limited, and Adani Defence Systems and Technologies, the missile is produced entirely through India's domestic defense ecosystem involving numerous small and medium enterprises. Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh called the achievement a 'strategic milestone' toward defense self-reliance. Analysts say the miniaturized weapon will allow drones to destroy armored vehicles, bunkers, intercept other drones, and hit low-altitude helicopters, providing mobile and cost-effective air defense capabilities. The development comes as India expands its armed drone capabilities amid increasing drone proliferation and follows a four-day conflict with Pakistan in May 2025 where both sides used unmanned aerial vehicles.
Defense NewsIndia completes trials of drone-launched precision guided missile
India has successfully completed final developmental trials of a new precision guided missile designed for launch from unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), marking a significant step in enhancing its drone warfare capabilities. The missile, designated ULPGM-V3, was tested in both air-to-ground and air-to-air modes at a test range in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh. Developed through a collaboration between India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), state-run Bharat Dynamics Limited, and private firm Adani Defence Systems and Technologies Limited, the missile is produced entirely through the Indian defense ecosystem. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh called the achievement a 'strategic milestone' toward self-reliance. Analysts note the miniaturized precision weapon will allow drones to engage armored vehicles, bunkers, intercept enemy drones, and target low-altitude helicopters, providing mobile and cost-effective air defense. The development comes as India, the world's second largest arms importer, pushes to expand domestic military production amid rising drone threats, highlighted by a recent India-Pakistan conflict and India's largest drone and counter-drone exercise.
Defense NewsIndia completes trials of drone-launched precision guided missile
India has successfully completed final developmental trials of the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM-V3), a compact missile designed for both air-to-ground and air-to-air engagements from drones. The trials were conducted at a test range near Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, and involved a multi-rotor drone destroying another drone in mid-air. Developed through a collaboration between the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), state-run Bharat Dynamics Limited, and private-sector Adani Defence Systems and Technologies, the missile is produced entirely through the Indian defense ecosystem, including numerous small and medium enterprises. Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh hailed the achievement as a 'strategic milestone' toward self-reliance in defense. Analysts note the missile enhances India's ability to engage ground targets like armored vehicles and bunkers, intercept drones, and hit low-altitude air targets, marking a significant step in arming unmanned platforms as drone warfare proliferates globally.
C4ISRNetIndia's ULPGM-V3 Missile Ready for Mass Production After Final Trials
India's Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has completed final development trials of the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3, as announced by the Ministry of Defence on 19 May 2026. The tests, conducted at the DRDO test range near Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, evaluated the missile's performance in both air-to-ground and air-to-air roles. The weapon system was operated via an integrated Ground Control System (GCS) with automated preparation and launch capabilities, mounted on UAVs developed by Newspace Research and Technologies. The trials confirmed a fully mature domestic supply chain, paving the way for serial mass production. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hailed the achievement as a strategic milestone toward self-reliance (Aatmanirbharta) in defence. The missile was developed by Research Centre Imarat and multiple DRDO laboratories, with production partners Bharat Dynamics Limited and Adani Defence Systems & Technologies Limited. The missile is entirely manufactured within India's defence sector, including MSMEs and industry suppliers.
Army TechnologyIndia's ULPGM-V3 Missile Ready for Mass Production After Final Trials
India's Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has completed final development trials of the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3, as announced by the Ministry of Defence on 19 May 2026. The tests, conducted at the DRDO test range near Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, evaluated the missile's performance in both air-to-ground and air-to-air roles. The weapon system was operated via an integrated Ground Control System and mounted on UAVs developed by Newspace Research and Technologies. The trials confirmed a fully mature domestic supply chain, paving the way for serial mass production. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hailed the achievement as a strategic milestone toward self-reliance (Aatmanirbharta) in defence. The missile was developed by multiple DRDO laboratories and production partners including Bharat Dynamics Limited and Adani Defence Systems & Technologies Limited, with components sourced from Indian MSMEs and industry suppliers.
Army TechnologyIndia's ULPGM-V3 Missile Ready for Mass Production After Final Trials
India's Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has completed final development trials of the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3, as announced by the Ministry of Defence on 19 May 2026. The tests, conducted at the DRDO test range near Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, evaluated the missile's performance in both air-to-ground and air-to-air roles. The weapon system was operated via an integrated Ground Control System (GCS) with automated preparation and launch capabilities, mounted on uncrewed aerial vehicles developed by Newspace Research and Technologies. The trials confirmed a fully mature domestic supply chain, enabling serial mass production. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hailed the achievement as a strategic milestone toward self-reliance (Aatmanirbharta) in defence. The missile was developed by Research Centre Imarat, Hyderabad, along with DRDO labs and production partners Bharat Dynamics Limited and Adani Defence Systems & Technologies Limited.
Army TechnologyIndia's ULPGM-V3 Missile Ready for Mass Production After Final Trials
India's Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has completed final development trials of the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3, as announced by the Ministry of Defence on 19 May 2026. The tests, conducted at the DRDO test range near Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, evaluated the missile's performance in both air-to-air and air-to-ground roles. The weapon system was operated via an integrated Ground Control System and mounted on UAVs developed by Newspace Research and Technologies. The trials confirmed a fully mature domestic supply chain, paving the way for serial mass production. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hailed the achievement as a strategic milestone toward self-reliance (Aatmanirbharta) in defence. The missile was developed by Research Centre Imarat in Hyderabad, in collaboration with multiple DRDO labs and production partners Bharat Dynamics Limited and Adani Defence Systems & Technologies Limited.
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