SOURCE: RAUNAK KUNDE / NEWS BEAT / IDRW.ORG
India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is working on the development of the Naval Anti-Ship Missile–Medium Range (NASM-MR) for the Indian Navy. This next-generation missile is designed to bolster the Navy’s capabilities by replacing ageing missile systems and adding cutting-edge technology to its arsenal. The NASM-MR represents a significant leap in anti-ship warfare, with the potential to reshape India’s maritime defence strategy.
As part of DRDO’s plan to enhance the versatility of the NASM-MR, the organization is also developing a submarine-launched variant. This version will be modified for launch from torpedo tubes, allowing India’s submarines to strike enemy vessels without surfacing, providing a significant tactical advantage.
To enable the missile to exit the water and begin flight after launch from a submerged submarine, it will be equipped with an additional solid-fuel rocket booster. This booster will provide the necessary thrust to propel the missile into its trajectory after launch.
The missile will be designed to fit into the existing 533mm torpedo tubes used by Indian submarines, making it compatible with current submarine platforms without requiring major modifications.
One of the NASM-MR’s primary roles will be to replace the ageing Exocet SM39 anti-ship missiles currently in service with the Kalvari-class submarines of the Indian Navy. These diesel-electric attack submarines, part of Project 75, are equipped with the Exocet SM39 missile, a French-made anti-ship system that has been in service for decades.
The NASM-MR will also be integrated into the upcoming Project 75I submarines, which are slated to join the Indian Navy in the coming years. By transitioning to a domestically developed missile system, India can reduce its dependence on foreign suppliers while enhancing its Indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities.
Key Features of NASM-MR
The NASM-MR is poised to be a formidable weapon in India’s naval armoury. Key features include:
Platform Compatibility: The NASM-MR is being designed to be compatible with multiple launch platforms, including surface ships, aircraft, and submarines.
Range: The missile boasts a range of over 250 km, providing a long reach to engage surface targets far beyond the horizon.
Warhead: The missile is equipped with a high-explosive warhead capable of neutralizing large enemy vessels, ensuring significant damage to naval targets.
Guidance System: It will feature advanced guidance and targeting systems for precision strikes, making it highly effective against both moving and stationary targets in the maritime domain.
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