DRDO's UAV-Launched Missile: A Leap in India's Defence

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has achieved a milestone by successfully testing a drone-launched missile in Andhra Pradesh. Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu applauded the effort, highlighting its significance in strengthening India's defence capabilities and contributing to the indigenous Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Amaravati | Updated: 25-07-2025 17:06 IST | Created: 25-07-2025 17:06 IST
DRDO's UAV-Launched Missile: A Leap in India's Defence
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The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has made significant progress in India's defence technology by successfully conducting flight trials of a drone-launched missile in Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh. This achievement showcases technological innovation and is hailed as a milestone in strengthening the nation's defence capabilities.

Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu lauded the achievement, expressing pride in the state's contribution to the national defence ecosystem. In a post on X, Naidu congratulated the scientists and innovators involved in developing the UAV-Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM-V3) at the National Open Area Range (NOAR).

Naidu emphasized that this success underscores the spirit of Aatmanirbhar Bharat, a key initiative aimed at achieving greater self-reliance in defence production. The development marks a significant step forward in enhancing India's military prowess and technological advancement.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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