By gradually developing and deploying its Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) system, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is strengthening India’s defense capabilities.
Currently, the country is protected from incoming ballistic missiles at different altitudes by a multi-layered shield.
The Prithvi Defence Vehicle (PDV) and Advanced Air Defence (AAD) interceptor systems have been deployed around the nation as part of the BMD program’s Phase I. These systems offer a strong defense against medium-range threats because they are built to intercept ballistic missiles