'Can carry multiple nuclear warheads': Understanding the MIRV technology of Agni-5 missile
Produced by: Tarun Mishra Designed by: Manoj Kumar
Successful Test of MIRV Technology with Agni-V
The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) achieved a significant milestone with the successful maiden test flight of the nuclear-capable Agni-V missile equipped with Multiple Independently Targetable Re-entry Vehicle (MIRV) technology.
Mission Divyastra Marked Introduction of MIRV Technology
Dubbed Mission Divyastra, the test flight demonstrated India's breakthrough in MIRV technology, enabling the delivery of multiple warheads on a single target in a single launch, enhancing strategic defence capabilities.
Prime Minister Modi Commended DRDO Scientists
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised DRDO scientists for their achievement in Mission Divyastra, acknowledging the successful integration of MIRV technology into the indigenously developed Agni-5 missile.
Understanding MIRV Technology
Multiple Independently Targetable Re-entry Vehicles (MIRVs) represented a pinnacle of strategic military technology, allowing a single missile to carry multiple nuclear warheads, independently targeting different objectives.
Historical Context of MIRV Development
Originating in the early 1960s, MIRV technology was first deployed by the United States with the Minuteman III missile, revolutionizing ballistic missile payloads and enhancing strategic capabilities.
Global Deployment of MIRV Systems
At that time, only a select group of countries, including the US, UK, France, Russia, China, and now India, possessed MIRV capabilities, showcasing the complexity and advanced technological requirements of such systems.
Strategic Implications of MIRV Technology
MIRV technology significantly enhanced first-strike capability and complicated mutual assured destruction calculations, allowing for broader target coverage and reducing the effectiveness of missile defence systems.
Future Prospects of MIRV Technology
The successful integration of MIRV technology into India's missile capabilities promises to shape future strategic dynamics, enhancing the nation's deterrence capabilities and contributing to global security considerations.