Updated On: 21 November, 2023 08:14 PM IST | Asif Ali Sayed
The Navy, in association with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), undertook guided flight trials of the first indigenously developed naval anti-ship missile, the officials said. Pics/ Defence PRO

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The successful guided flight trials of the first indigenously developed naval anti-ship missile were undertaken from seaking 42-B helicopter
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The Indian Navy also shared a post on its official X handle. The Navy also shared pictures of the successful trials

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In a post on X from its official handle, the Navy said, "This firing is a significant step towards achieving self-reliance in niche missile technology, including seeker and guidance technologies"
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The missile was first tested in May 2022

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According to an official statement issued after the maiden flight test, the missile employs several new technologies, including an indigenously developed launcher for the helicopter
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The missile guidance system includes a state-of-the-art navigation system and integrated avionics
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