DRDO Successfully Tests Integrated Air Defence Weapon System
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully conducted the maiden flight-tests of the Integrated Air Defence Weapon System (IADWS) off the coast of Odisha. The test, which took place on August 23, 2025, demonstrated the country’s multi-layered air defence capability.
The IADWS is a multi-layered air defence system comprising all indigenous Quick Reaction Surface to Air Missiles (QRSAM), Advanced Very Short Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS) missiles, and a high-power laser-based Directed Energy Weapon (DEW). The system is controlled by a Centralised Command and Control Centre developed by Defence Research & Development Laboratory.
During the flight-tests, three different targets, including two high-speed fixed-wing Unmanned Aerial Vehicle targets and a multi-copter drone, were simultaneously engaged and destroyed completely by the QRSAM, VSHORADS, and High Energy Laser weapon system at different ranges and altitudes. All the weapon system components performed flawlessly, confirming the system’s effectiveness.
Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh congratulated DRDO, Armed Forces, and the Industry for the successful development of IADWS. He stated that this unique flight-test has established the multi-layered air-defence capability of the country and will strengthen area defence for important facilities against enemy aerial threats.
DRDO Chairman Dr Samir V Kamat congratulated all teams involved in the successful flight-tests. The test was witnessed by senior scientists from DRDO and representatives from the Armed Forces.
