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DRDO says India’s LR ASHM hypersonic glide missile nears initial trials

Politics
Published on 30 April 2026
DRDO says India’s LR ASHM hypersonic glide missile nears initial trials

Hypersonic glide isn’t cruise how DRDO will layer strikes

DRDO Chairman Samir V Kamat says India’s LR-AShM hypersonic glide missile programme is in an advanced stage, with initial trials expected soon. Speaking at ANI’s National Security Summit 2.0, he explained how hypersonic glide vehicles differ from cruise missiles and outlined plans for a multi-layered conventional strike force aimed at next-generation deterrence and precision.

  • DRDO says LR-AShM is nearing initial trials
  • Hypersonic glide missiles differ from cruise missiles
  • DRDO outlined a future multi-layered strike approach
  • Next-generation conventional missile capabilities are the focus
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