Indian Navy Successfully Test-Fires Dhanush Sea-Based Ballistic Missile.

Defence | Dated: 28 Apr 2026

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) flawlessly executed a completely massive test-firing of the highly advanced Dhanush sea-based ballistic missile. The high-intensity trial was conducted from a naval patrol vessel off the Odisha coast.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The missile is strictly designed to absolutely neutralize enemy coastal defense systems.
  • It carries an incredibly sophisticated active homing head payload.
  • The test ensures an absolutely impenetrable maritime strike capability for the Navy.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Missile: Dhanush.
  • Type: Sea-Based Ballistic.
  • Force: Indian Navy.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

What is the name of the highly advanced sea-based ballistic missile recently test-fired completely flawlessly by DRDO from a naval vessel?

Correct Answer: Dhanush

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Dhanush Missile

  • Type - Ship-launched short-range ballistic missile
  • Developer - DRDO