SA-24 Igla-S MANPADS Deployed by Army in Jammu and Kashmir
Why in the news
The Army started placing Igla-S shoulder-fired missiles in Jammu and Kashmir.
Key facts
- Igla-S uses infrared homing, reaches 6 km and 3.5 km in height, with a proximity fuze.
- Jam-resistant and portable, it fits mountain warfare.
- Counters low-flying UAVs, helicopters and cross-border aerial threats.
Defence ties
- Induction signals continued cooperation with Russia despite Western pressure.
- Russia provides over 50% of military imports.
Exam angle
- MANPADS: Man-Portable Air Defense System; origin: Russia.