The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) on June 15, 2026 successfully conducted the flight test of its indigenous Long-Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM) from Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the Odisha coast. The test achieved all its predefined objectives, marking a significant milestone in India’s defence capabilities. The missile’s performance was closely monitored and validated by multiple tracking systems deployed at the Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur.
The advanced cruise missile is fully indigenous, with all major subsystems developed by DRDO laboratories in collaboration with Indian industry partners. The Aeronautical Development Establishment (ADE), Bengaluru, served as the lead laboratory for the project. Officials from the Indian Navy and Indian Air Force were also present during the successful trial, underscoring the strategic importance of the system for the armed forces.
The successful test is being seen as a major boost to India’s long-range precision strike capability and its push towards self-reliance in defence technology. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated DRDO and its industry partners, stating that the achievement reflects India’s growing strength in indigenous defence innovation. Defence Secretary and DRDO Chairman Rajesh Kumar Singh also reviewed the entire test process and praised the scientists, engineers, and collaborators involved in the mission.
