India's Hypersonic Missile Test Advances Defense Capabilities

India has successfully tested its first long-range hypersonic missile, marking a significant advancement in its defense capabilities, as announced by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. The missile, capable of carrying multiple payloads over distances greater than 1,500 kilometers, was launched from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the Odisha coast. This achievement places India among a select group of nations, including the US, Russia, and China, that possess advanced hypersonic missile technology. The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) led the development and testing, with the missile demonstrating successful maneuvers and accurate targeting. Singh hailed the test as a historic moment that enhances India's strategic defense position and readiness. The missile's development involved various DRDO laboratories and industry partners, emphasizing India's growing capabilities in indigenous military technology.