SOURCE: IDRW.ORG TEAM
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is actively developing a Universal Launcher AD (ULAD) system to enhance the operational flexibility of India’s Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) system. The ULAD will allow the Indian military to deploy both Phase 1 and Phase 2 interceptor missiles from the same launcher, eliminating the need for separate launch platforms.
India’s BMD system is a multi-layered defence shield designed to intercept incoming ballistic missiles at different altitudes. Phase 1 comprises the Prithvi Air Defence (PAD) missile for high altitudes (50-80 km) and the Advanced Air Defence (AAD) missile for lower altitudes (15-30 km).
DRDO has also successfully developed India’s Phase-II BMD system, a two-stage, solid-propelled missile capable of intercepting targets in the endo to low exo-atmospheric regions. This system is designed to counter hostile missiles with a range of up to 5,000 km.
The introduction of the ULAD will significantly streamline the deployment and operational procedures of the BMD system. By standardizing the launch platform, the Indian military can respond more effectively to various threat scenarios and optimize the utilization of its resources.
The development of the ULAD is a crucial step towards strengthening India’s missile defence capabilities and ensuring the nation’s security against potential ballistic missile threats.
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