Successful Test-Firing of Indigenous Underwater Naval Mine
Published on May 06, 2025, at 01:43 am IST in New Delhi, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Navy conducted a significant test-firing of an indigenous multi-influence ground mine on May 5, 2025. The development is crucial, especially amidst rising tensions between India and Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack.
Key Details of the Test
- Organizers: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Indian Navy.
- Date: May 5, 2025.
- Purpose: To enhance the Indian Navy's capabilities against modern stealth ships and submarines.
Details of the Multi-Influence Ground Mine (MIGM)
- The MIGM is an advanced underwater naval mine developed by the Naval Science and Technological Laboratory in Visakhapatnam.
- Development Partners:
- Naval Science and Technological Laboratory, Visakhapatnam.
- Other DRDO laboratories.
- Production Partners:
- Bharat Dynamics Limited, Visakhapatnam.
- Apollo Microsystems Limited, Hyderabad.
Statements from Officials
- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh complimented the DRDO, Indian Navy, and industry partners, stating that the new system will significantly boost the Indian Navy's undersea warfare capabilities.
