DRDO Tests Gaurav Long-Range Glide Bomb
Why in the news
DRDO carried out successful release trials of the Gaurav glide bomb.
About Gaurav
- A precision-guided bomb hitting ground targets from stand-off range, keeping the aircraft outside enemy air defence cover.
- Developed by DRDO with ARDE, RCI and ITR.
- Guidance: Inertial Navigation System, satellite guidance and digital flight control.
Significance
- Lets IAF jets strike deep without entering hostile airspace, protecting crews.
- Builds self-reliance in smart munitions under Atmanirbhar Bharat.
Exam angle
- Developer: DRDO; non-winged variant: Gautham.