All you need to know about DRDO developed anti ship missile NASM-SR

New Delhi: The NASM-SR (Naval Anti-Ship Missile-Short Range) is a cutting-edge, indigenous anti-ship missile developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) for the Indian Navy.

What makes the NASM-SR special is its advanced Man-in-Loop feature, which allows for in-flight retargeting. This capability enables the pilot to Intervene and change the target mid-flight by transmitting live images from the missile’s seeker back to the pilot via a high-bandwidth two-way data link system.

The missile was successfully tested from an Indian Naval Sea King helicopter, demonstrating its ability to hit a small ship target with pinpoint accuracy in sea-skimming mode at its maximum range of over 50 km.

The NASM-SR incorporates several indigenous technologies, including an Imaging Infra-Red Seeker for terminal guidance, a Fibre Optic Gyroscope-based Inertial Navigation System (INS), and a Radio Altimeter for mid-course guidance. It uses a solid-fuel propulsion system with an in-line ejectable booster and a long-burn sustainer, ensuring optimal propulsion and manoeuvrability.

The missile's design allows it to operate in fire-and-forget mode in all weather conditions, day or night, and it can also be adapted for launch from ships and land-based vehicles. The NASM-SR is intended to replace the Sea Eagle missile currently used by the Indian Navy, offering improved range and capabilities.

The successful trials of the NASM-SR mark a significant milestone in enhancing India’s maritime strike capabilities, with production underway involving MSMEs, start-ups, and other industry partners. The missile’s advanced features and indigenous development highlight India’s growing self-reliance in defence technology.

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