Made in India’ Akash Missile System Played Key Role in Foiling Pakistani Attacks: Defence Officials

By A Staff Reporter

India’s indigenous Akash surface-to-air missile system has proven instrumental in thwarting Pakistani aerial threats amid ongoing cross-border tensions, according to top defence officials. Both the Indian Army and Air Force have deployed the missile system extensively along the Pakistan border, where it was reportedly used with precision to defend key Indian assets during recent escalations.

Speaking on condition of anonymity, defence officials confirmed that the Akash system—developed under India’s ‘Make in India’ initiative—played a pivotal role in neutralizing attempted strikes by Pakistani forces in the wake of India’s Operation Sindoor. The operation was launched in retaliation for the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which left 26 civilians dead.

"The Akash missile system has been active and alert along sensitive stretches of the border, and has been critical in intercepting incoming aerial threats," a senior official said. "Its deployment across multiple locations ensured quick and coordinated defensive responses.”

Developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the Akash missile can engage multiple aerial targets up to 30 km away and has been a cornerstone of India’s air defence strategy. Its mobile deployment capability allows it to be moved and activated rapidly, making it suitable for both static defence and field operations.