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After the demonstration in Operation Sindoor, increased demand, long range and low price became the biggest strengths; India’s defense exports set to reach new level

Knews Desk- India’s indigenous ‘Astra’ Beyond Visual Range (BVR) air-to-air missile Now making her mark at the international level. Impressed by the capability of this missile included in the Indian Air Force, many countries of the world are showing interest in including it in their defense fleet. According to reports, around 6 countries have approached India to buy Astra missile.

After the effectiveness of Astra missile came to light during ‘Operation Sindoor’, its demand has increased. According to sources, India has recently taken forward talks with Indonesia regarding this missile. At the same time, many other countries including Armenia and Saudi Arabia are also discussing the possibility of including it in their air forces.

Many countries are eyeing India’s indigenous strength

Armenia already from India Akash Missile System, Pinaka Rocket System and Swati Radar Like has purchased defense equipment. Now it is moving forward in the process of including Astra missile in its Su-30SM fighter planes.

At the same time, Saudi Arabia also uses its Royal Air Force. F-15 and Eurofighter Typhoon fighter planes Is in talks with India on the possibility of using Astra missile.

Weapon challenging China’s PL-15

Astra missile to China PL-15 missile It is being considered a strong option. Its biggest feature is its Low cost, fast speed and modern technology Is.

This missile is close to Mach 4.5 speed It can hit the target and its initial range is approx. 80 to 110 kilometers Till is said to be. At the same time, MK-2 version of the weapon has been successfully tested, whose firepower is approximately 240 kilometers Till then. In future, work is being done on its MK-3 version, whose range is expected to be more than 300 kilometers.

Production will increase, private companies will also get opportunity

With increasing international demand, the Indian government has started preparations to accelerate the production of Astra missile. Till now its construction is mainly Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) It was being done by private sector, but now plans are being made to involve the private sector also in the production process.

This step will not only meet the needs of the Indian Air Force, but will also ensure that potential defense deals from foreign countries can be completed on time.

India’s Astra missile in defense sector Big success of ‘Make in India’ Is being seen as. This achievement reflects India’s growing strength in the global arms market and increasing acceptance of indigenous defense technology.