Pralay Ballistic Missile
Pralay Ballistic Missile: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is set to showcase the Pralay missile at this year’s Republic Day parade.
- About: It is an indigenously developed short-range, quasi-ballistic surface-to-surface missile.
o Range: Approximately 400 km, complementing BrahMos and Parahar missiles for standoff strikes.
o Features: Twin launcher configuration on Ashok Leyland 12x12 high-mobility vehicle.
ü Payload capacity: 500-1,000 kg.
ü Powered by solid-propellant rocket motor.
ü State-of-the-art navigation system and integrated avionics.
o Missile capabilities: Quasi-ballistic trajectory with precision targeting & Supports multiple warheads for various target types.
- About Sanjay Battlefield Surveillance System: It is a centralised battlefield transparency through integration of ground and aerial sensors.
o Capabilities: Produces a common surveillance picture over secured Army networks.
ü Enhances battlefield decision-making for Command and Army Headquarters.
o Development: Jointly developed by Indian Army and Bharat Electronics Limited.
o Technologies: Equipped with advanced sensors, analytics, & satellite communication.
- About Nirbhay Missile: It is a long-range sub-sonic land attack cruise missile, with range of 1,000 km.
