Source: TH
Context: Taking lessons from Ukraine war, it is looking at extending the range of Pinaka rockets; Army wants to diversify its vendor base, especially for 155 mm artillery shells, to build resilient supply chains.
| Weapon System | Features | Current Status |
| Pinaka Rocket System | Indigenous multi-barrel rocket launcher with range extension in progress. | Aiming to double and then quadruple its range; guided ER rockets under trial for 75 km+ range. |
| Pralay Tactical Ballistic Missiles | Tactical missile with a range of 400 km. | Development trials almost complete. |
| Nirbhay Sub-Sonic Cruise Missiles | Sub-sonic cruise missile with a 1,000 km range. | Trials ongoing, expected Army trials next year. |
| High Explosive Pre-Fragmented Rockets | Rockets designed to increase Pinaka’s range by 15%-20%. | Trials complete; contract expected soon. |
| Area Denial Munition (ADM) System | Anti-tank and anti-personnel munition system under development. | Trials ongoing; DRDO has identified production partners. |
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