India will publicly unveil its Long-Range Anti-Ship Hypersonic Missile (LRAShM) on January 26 during the traditional Republic Day parade in New Delhi.
The display will mark the system’s official debut and is considered the longest-range hypersonic weapon ever developed by the country for maritime operations.
Developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the LRAShM is a boost-glide missile designed to strike high-value naval targets at long distances. The system uses a hypersonic glide vehicle launched by a solid-fuel booster, reaching extreme speeds before entering a highly maneuverable glide phase, with an estimated range of at least 1,500 kilometers.
The program incorporates advanced solutions to complicate detection and interception by shipborne air defense systems. The glide vehicle features delta wings and the ability to perform maneuvers during the terminal phase of flight, while cold launch from a sealed canister enhances safety and durability during storage. The aerodynamic configuration has been optimized to reduce drag and maintain stability at hypersonic speeds.
According to information from India’s defense sector, the LRAShM is expected to enter service with the Navy by 2029, initially from surface platforms, with studies underway for future integration on aerial and submarine platforms. The missile is viewed as a key component of India’s maritime deterrence strategy, particularly in the Indian Ocean, expanding long-range strike capabilities against adversary naval forces.
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India’s boost-glide hypersonic missile, Long Range – Anti Ship Missile (#LRAShM) on Kartavya Path pic.twitter.com/wjfAWDC0OM
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