DRDO Completes Final Development Trials of Indigenous ULPGM-V3 Precision Missile
DRDO has completed final development trials of the indigenous ULPGM-V3 precision missile at Kurnool in both air-to-ground and air-to-air modes, with production by Bharat Dynamics and Adani Defence.
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully completed the final development trials of the ULPGM-V3 precision-guided missile. The missile was tested in both air-to-ground and air-to-air modes at the DRDO test range in Kurnool, using an integrated Ground Control System.
The ULPGM-V3 is mainly designed for anti-tank warfare, but it can also strike drones, helicopters and other aerial threats. Research Centre Imarat (RCI) acted as the lead laboratory, with support from other DRDO labs such as DRDL, TBRL and HEMRL.
The missile was integrated with unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) platforms developed by NewSpace Research and Technologies. Its production will be handled by Bharat Dynamics Limited and Adani Defence & Aerospace, reflecting India's push for self-reliance in defence manufacturing under Atmanirbhar Bharat.
For aspirants, the points to remember are the developer (DRDO), the lead lab (RCI), the test site (Kurnool), and the missile's dual anti-tank and anti-aerial role.
Key Points to Remember
- DRDO completed final trials of ULPGM-V3 precision-guided missile
- Tested in air-to-ground and air-to-air modes at Kurnool
- Designed for anti-tank role; can also hit drones and helicopters
- Research Centre Imarat (RCI) was the lead laboratory
- Production by Bharat Dynamics Limited and Adani Defence & Aerospace
Exam Relevance
Relevant for UPSC Prelims (Defence & Science-Technology), Defence exams (NDA/CDS/CAPF) and SSC CGL (General Awareness).
Related Articles
Home Minister Reviews Border Security, Visits BSF Post and Backs ‘Zero Infiltration’ …
Home Minister Amit Shah visited a remote BSF post in Bikaner, inaugurated women’s barracks, and …
Multilateral Military Exercise PRAGATI 2026 Begins at Umroi in Meghalaya
The two-week multilateral exercise PRAGATI 2026 began on 20 May 2026 at Umroi, Meghalaya, focusing …
Squadron Leader Saanya Becomes IAF’s First Woman Category-A Flying Instructor
Squadron Leader Saanya became the first woman officer in IAF history to earn the highest …
US Approves $428 Million Defence Support for India’s Apache Helicopters and M777 …
The United States on 18 May 2026 approved $428.2 million in defence sustainment packages for …
L&T Partners France's Exail for Indian Navy's Unmanned Mine Counter-Measure System
L&T tied up with France's Exail on 18 May 2026 to build an Unmanned Mine …