• Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted a successful flight-test of the New Generation AKASH (AKASH-NG) missile from the Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur off the coast of
• It has validated the functioning of the complete weapon system consisting of the missile with indigenously developed Radio Frequency Seeker, Launcher, Multi-Function Radar and Command, Control & Communication system.

ABOUT AKASH-NG

• New Generation Akash is a Surface to Air Missile (SAM).
• It is a short-range surface-to-air missile developed by India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
• It has capability of intercepting highspeed, agile aerial threats in a range of around 80 km.
• It is driven by a novel engine — a dual pulse motor.
  • This allows the Akash to vary its speed and conserve fuel for a final furious burst towards the threat.