LR-AShM Hypersonic Missile at Republic Day Parade
Why in the news
DRDO planned to present India’s home-grown defence technologies at the 77th Republic Day parade and Bharat Parv 2026. The highlight is the Long Range Anti-Ship Hypersonic Missile, shown alongside a DRDO tableau.
About LR-AShM
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Hypersonic glide missile |
| Speed | Hypersonic, Mach 5 and above |
| Targets | Both static and moving |
| Strike ability | High precision |
| Role | Boosts India’s maritime strike capability, particularly against high-value naval targets |
Key facts
- Developer-showcase body: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
- Events: 77th Republic Day parade and Bharat Parv 2026.
- The name stands for Long Range Anti-Ship Hypersonic Missile.
Exam angle
- Missile class: hypersonic glide, anti-ship.
- Minimum speed: Mach 5.
- Organisation: DRDO.