Archive · 25 Jul 2025
India Successfully Test-Fires Guided Missile from UAV in Andhra Pradesh
India has successfully tested a missile launched from a drone.
This test, conducted in Andhra Pradesh, shows India's skill in making advanced weapons.
The test happened at a special open-air range built by a defense lab.
The Defense Minister praised the teams behind this achievement, highlighting that Indian companies are now capable of producing important defense technology.
India successfully test-fired a guided missile from an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) in Andhra Pradesh.
The test demonstrated India's ability to develop and execute complex defense technology.
The missile test was conducted at the Palakolanu National Open Air Range (NOAR) in Kurnool.
The Defence Electronics Research Laboratory (DLRL) established the testing facility.
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated DRDO and industry partners on the successful trials.
- Who
- DRDO, industry partners, and start-ups.
- What
- Flight trials of a UAV Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3.
- When
- July 25, 2025
- Where
- Palakolanu National Open Air Range (NOAR) in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh.
- Why
- To enhance India's defense capabilities and demonstrate technological prowess.
- Missile Type
- UAV Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3
- Testing Location
- Palakolanu NOAR, Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh
- Test Facility
- NOAR established by DLRL
- Date of Publication
- July 25, 2025
- Key Participants
- DRDO, Industry Partners, Start-ups