India set for huge defence leap: From drones to missiles, list of military trials in 2021

2020 has been an extraordinary year for Indian defence developments. From boost of Rafale to record testings of missiles, gun systems and defence equipment, India has exponentially achieved status of self-reliant defence power. Taking momentum ahe, 2021 is all set for a series of military tests and trials planned for year.

In 2021 defence preparedness will be entirely in line with motto of "Atmanirbhar Bharat". All DRDO achievements of 2020 will be carried forward in induction exercises in 2021. Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) shield, an Air-Independent Propulsion (AIP) system for submarines, and drones and a number of missiles, including a BrahMos with an 800-km range, will be highlights of 2021 defence endeavours.

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Important trials in 2021

year will begin with trials of Air-Independent Propulsion AIP, which is aimed for integration with India’s fleet of six Scorpene submarines during a refit. trials for indigenous AIP, which will enhance submarines to stay underwater for a longer duration.

Anor important trial that will take off is one for phase 2 of Ballistic Missile Defence BMD, trial will secure country from all kinds of incoming missiles, including nuclear, and flying objects, through a multi-tier defence system. first phase of programme was completed last year.

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Also on agenda is full-fledged trial of indigenous Rustom 2 Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), which is scheduled to begin in early 2021. Rustom 2 will be capable of carrying syntic aperture rar, electronic intelligence systems and situational awareness systems, depending on mission objectives, UAV is a medium-altitude long-endurance system.

In February 2021 fresh trials of Indigenous Technology Cruise Missile (ITCM) Nirbhay will also begin. ITCM has a range of 800-1,000 km that will enhance might of Indian defence forces. range of BrahMos supersonic cruise missile will also be enhanced to 800 Km. First trials of 800-km range BrahMos supersonic cruise missile will be done in mid-2021. 400-km variant of this missile was successfully tested earlier this year.

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Major defence deals expected

Besides se trials, India will also witness some major defence deals in order to make forces stronger. This year induction of Rafales fighter jets will also get completed.

government h finalised a list of more than 100 foreign defence procurements that will be discontinued in 2020. Indian alternatives for se products will be me and procured by defence forces. defence Ministry aims at fulfilling most of se requirements by end of 2021.

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