Akash Prime Successfully Tested by Indian Army in Ladakh.

The Indian Army, in collaboration with DRDO, conducted successful trials of the Akash Prime missile, an upgraded indigenous air defence system.

The two-day trials took place at an altitude of over 15,000 feet in eastern Ladakh, targeting fast-moving aerial threats.

The Army Air Defence Corps and DRDO scientists led the testing process.

About Akash Prime Missile System:

It is an upgraded variant of the Akash Surface-to-Air Missile System.

Developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).

Successfully tested in the Ladakh Sector, trials at 15,000 feet on July 16, 2025.

Successfully destroyed 2 Aerial High Speed Unmanned targets.

The advanced missile system was tested during the recent Operation Sindoor.

Akash Prime is currently undergoing user trials before induction into the Army.

The trial in Ladakh took place in the presence of DRDO, Army, and industry officials.

Akash Prime Upgraded Capabilities:

Equipped with an indigenous active radio frequency (RF) seeker, providing 360-degree engagement capability and increased accuracy.

Designed specifically for high-altitude and low-temperature areas.

Can effectively engage aerial threats within a 30-kilometre range

The first trial of Akash Prime was conducted on September 27, 2021, at the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur.

Existing Akash System:

Has a range of 25 kilometres.

Travels towards its target at a speed of 2.5 Mach.

Capable of targeting fighters, cruise missiles, and ballistic missiles within a range of 25 to 45 kilometres.

Already integrated into the Indian Army and Air Force defence arsenal.

Next Generation (Akash NG):

Akash NG is also ready.

Has a range of 70 to 80 kilometres.

Its radar can detect over 60 air targets simultaneously from a distance of 150 kilometres, tracking them to the kill zone for destruction.

Indigenous Defence Capabilities:

The successful trial of Akash Prime highlights India’s growing prowess in indigenously developing advanced missile systems.

It reinforces the “Atmanirbhar Bharat” (Self-Reliant India) initiative in the defence sector

The system’s proven high-altitude accuracy and expanded range significantly bolster India’s air defence capabilities, especially in challenging terrains like Ladakh.

It provides a robust shield against various aerial threats, including unmanned targets, fighters, and missiles.