• A new version of the Akash missile was successfully flight-tested from the Integrated Test Range (ITR) at Chandipur in Odisha by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).

• Akash Prime intercepted and destroyed an unmanned aerial target mimicking an enemy aircraft in its maiden flight test. 

• In comparison to the existing Akash system, Akash Prime is equipped with an indigenous active Radio Frequency (RF) seeker for improved accuracy. Other improvements also ensure more reliable performance under a low-temperature environment at higher altitudes. 

• The modified ground system of the existing Akash weapon system was for the flight test. The range stations of ITR comprising Radars, Electro Optical Tracking System (EOTS) and Telemetry stations monitored the missile trajectory and flight parameters.

• Akash Prime system will further boost the confidence of the Indian Army and Indian Air Force as the Akash system is already inducted and now getting improved with more lethal missiles. 

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