DRDO Successfully Tests RudraM-II Air-to-Surface Missile from Su-30 MK-I

RudraM-II is an indigenously developed, solid-propelled air-launched missile system designed for air-to-surface roles to neutralize various enemy assets.

The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully flight-tested the RudraM-II air-to-surface missile from an Su-30 MK-I platform of the Indian Air Force (IAF) off the coast of Odisha at approximately 11:30 AM today. The flight-test achieved all trial objectives, validating the missile's propulsion system, control, and guidance algorithm. The performance of the missile was confirmed through flight data captured by a range of tracking instruments, including electro-optical systems, radar, and telemetry stations deployed by the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur, as well as onboard a ship.

RudraM-II is an indigenously developed, solid-propelled air-launched missile system designed for air-to-surface roles to neutralize various enemy assets. It incorporates numerous state-of-the-art indigenous technologies developed by various DRDO laboratories.

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh congratulated DRDO, IAF, and industry partners on the successful test-flight of RudraM-II. He stated that the successful test has reinforced the role of the RudraM-II system as a force multiplier for the Armed Forces.

Dr. Samir V Kamat, Secretary of the Department of Defence R&D and Chairman of DRDO, also complimented the DRDO team for their untiring efforts and contributions leading to the successful flight test.