MISSILES • TRIALS

Akash-NG (New Generation Surface-to-Air Missile)

Lead Agency: DRDO (DRDL) / BDL / BEL • Service: Indian Air Force, Indian Army • Budget: ₹10,000 Cr • IDDM: 85%

Strategic Overview

Canisterized quick-reaction SAM with dual-pulse motor and active RF seeker intercepting agile high-speed threats at 70-80 km.

Army & IAF Quick Reaction AD Batteries ("Akash-NG Fire Units (70 km)") — Forward Tactical Bases / Ladakh & Desert Staging (Army Air Defence / Western Air Command) — Status: slated
PIB: DRDO Successfully Flight Tests New Generation Akash Missile (Akash-NG) (PIB Press Release)