Archive · 11 Jun 2025
India to Acquire QRSAM Systems to Enhance Air Defense
India is upgrading its air defense with the QRSAM missile system, a new weapon designed to protect ground forces from enemy aircraft and missiles.
This system, costing around Rs 30,000 crore, can be launched from mobile platforms, allowing them to move along with tanks and soldiers.
QRSAM can hit multiple targets at once and complements existing systems like Akash and S-400.
This move follows the success of Operation Sindoor, which demonstrated the effectiveness of India's air defense capabilities.
The new system has high mobility and short-range capabilities which are crucial for the front lines along the border.
India is acquiring Quick Reaction Surface-to-Air Missile (QRSAM) systems to boost air defense.
The Defence Ministry is expected to authorize the Rs 30,000 crore purchase of QRSAM systems.
QRSAM systems are designed for high mobility and can engage multiple aerial targets.
The QRSAM will supplement existing air defense, including Akash and S-400 systems.
Operation Sindoor highlighted the importance of robust air defense.
- Who
- Indian Army, Defence Ministry, DRDO, Bharat Electronics, and Bharat Dynamics.
- What
- Acquisition of Quick Reaction Surface-to-Air Missile (QRSAM) systems.
- When
- Authorization expected in the near future; deployment ongoing.
- Where
- India, specifically along its northern and western borders.
- Why
- To strengthen India's air defense capabilities and protect against aerial threats.
Air Defence Capabilities
Military Procurement Strategy
Priorities of weapon capabilities
Air Defence Capabilities
Strengthening air defense with indigenous technology
Military Procurement Strategy
Addressing immediate threats with the most capable and readily available systems.
- System Name
- Quick Reaction Surface-to-Air Missile (QRSAM)
- Cost
- Rs 30,000 crore
- Primary Users
- Indian Army
- Key Features
- High mobility, multi-target engagement
- Radars
- Active Array Battery Surveillance Radar, Active Array Battery Multifunction Radar
- Manufacturer(s)
- Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL)
- Range
- 25-30 kilometers
