RNS: India today successfully tested Mission Divyastra, the first flight test of indigenously developed Agni-5 missile with Multiple Independently Targetable Re-entry Vehicle (MIRV) technology. This will ensure that a single missile can deploy multiple warheads at different locations.
The project, which boasts a woman Project Director and substantial female contributions, propels India into the elite group of nations possessing MIRV capability.
The system features indigenous Avionics systems and high-accuracy sensor packages, ensuring that re-entry vehicles reach their intended targets with precision. This technological leap underscores India’s increasing prowess in the global technological landscape.
President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) on the successful execution of Mission Divyastra.
President Murmu hailed the test as a crucial milestone in India’s advancement towards a greater geo-strategic role and capabilities. She emphasised that indigenously developed state-of-the-art technology is a significant step towards India’s self-reliance (Atmanirbharta), expressing confidence in the country’s continued pursuit of excellence and self-sufficiency.
Vice President Dhankhar praised DRDO’s phenomenal achievement, noting its alignment with India’s overall growth trajectory.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to social media to commend DRDO scientists, describing Mission Divyastra as a proud moment for the nation.
PM wrote on X: ” Proud of our DRDO scientists for Mission Divyastra, the first flight test of indigenously developed Agni-5 missile with Multiple Independently Targetable Re-entry Vehicle (MIRV) technology.”
