Indian Army Successfully Conducts Field Trials Of Anti-Tank Guided Missile System

New Delhi: In a significant boost to India’s self-reliance in defence technology, the Indian Army has successfully concluded field trials of the indigenously-developed man-portable anti-tank guided missile (MPATGM) weapon system. Designed and developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the MPATGM system comprises the missile, launchers, target acquisition device, and fire control unit.

Defense Minister Rajnath Singh lauded DRDO and the Indian Army for the successful trials, hailing it as a crucial step towards achieving self-reliance in advanced defence technology. The MPATGM underwent rigorous evaluation, demonstrating remarkable performance in various flight configurations, including warhead flight trials conducted at the Pokhran Field Firing Range on April 13.

The defence ministry has highlighted the MPATGM’s capability to operate effectively in both day and night conditions, with its dual-mode seeker enhancing its effectiveness in tank warfare. Penetration trials have confirmed its ability to defeat modern armor-protected main battle tanks.

Chairman of DRDO, Samir V Kamat congratulated the teams involved in the successful trials. The system now awaits final user evaluation trials for induction into the Indian Army, marking a significant stride in India’s defence technology prowess.