{"id":35993,"date":"2025-07-23T12:43:24","date_gmt":"2025-07-23T07:13:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=35993"},"modified":"2025-07-23T12:43:26","modified_gmt":"2025-07-23T07:13:26","slug":"akash-prime-test-ladakh","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/akash-prime-test-ladakh\/","title":{"rendered":"Akash Prime Test Ladakh: Indian Army Successfully Conducts High-Altitude Missile Trial"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/akash-prime-test-ladakh\/#Akash_Prime_test_Ladakh_Indian_Army_successfully_tested_Akash_Prime_air_defence_missile_at_15000_ft_in_Ladakh_demonstrating_Indias_indigenous_military_tech_capabilities_and_boosting_Aatmanirbhar_Bharat_in_defence\" >Akash Prime test Ladakh: Indian Army successfully tested Akash Prime air defence missile at 15,000 ft in Ladakh, demonstrating India&#8217;s indigenous military tech capabilities and boosting Aatmanirbhar Bharat in defence.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/akash-prime-test-ladakh\/#%F0%9F%93%B0_Akash_Prime_Successfully_Tested_at_15000_ft_in_Ladakh\" >\ud83d\udcf0 Akash Prime Successfully Tested at 15,000 ft in Ladakh<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/akash-prime-test-ladakh\/#High%E2%80%91Altitude_Triumph_Precision_at_15000_ft\" >High\u2011Altitude Triumph: Precision at 15,000 ft<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/akash-prime-test-ladakh\/#Engineered_for_Extremes_Performing_in_Thin_Air\" >Engineered for Extremes: Performing in Thin Air<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/akash-prime-test-ladakh\/#Indigenous_Strength_A_DRDO_Milestone\" >Indigenous Strength: A DRDO Milestone<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/akash-prime-test-ladakh\/#Enhanced_Border_Protection\" >Enhanced Border Protection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/akash-prime-test-ladakh\/#Future_Outlook_Export_Potential_Upgrades\" >Future Outlook: Export Potential &amp; Upgrades<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/akash-prime-test-ladakh\/#%F0%9F%93%8C_Why_This_News_Matters\" >\ud83d\udccc Why This News Matters<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/akash-prime-test-ladakh\/#Relevance_to_Exam-Based_Services\" >Relevance to Exam-Based Services<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/akash-prime-test-ladakh\/#%F0%9F%93%9A_Historical_Context\" >\ud83d\udcda Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/akash-prime-test-ladakh\/#Evolution_of_Akash_Missile_System\" >Evolution of Akash Missile System<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/akash-prime-test-ladakh\/#High-Altitude_Developments\" >High-Altitude Developments<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/akash-prime-test-ladakh\/#Operational_Deployment_Export\" >Operational Deployment &amp; Export<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/akash-prime-test-ladakh\/#%F0%9F%93%8A_Key_Takeaways_from_Akash_Prime_Test\" >\ud83d\udcca Key Takeaways from Akash Prime Test<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/akash-prime-test-ladakh\/#%F0%9F%99%8B%E2%80%8D%E2%99%82%EF%B8%8F_FAQs_Related_to_Akash_Prime_Test_and_Related_Exam_Topics\" >\ud83d\ude4b\u200d\u2642\ufe0f FAQs Related to Akash Prime Test and Related Exam Topics<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/akash-prime-test-ladakh\/#1_What_is_the_Akash_Prime_missile_system\" >1. What is the Akash Prime missile system?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/akash-prime-test-ladakh\/#2_Why_was_the_test_at_15000_ft_in_Ladakh_significant\" >2. Why was the test at 15,000 ft in Ladakh significant?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/akash-prime-test-ladakh\/#3_Which_organization_developed_the_Akash_Prime_system\" >3. Which organization developed the Akash Prime system?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/akash-prime-test-ladakh\/#4_What_is_the_range_of_Akash_Prime\" >4. What is the range of Akash Prime?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/akash-prime-test-ladakh\/#5_How_is_Akash_Prime_relevant_to_current_affairs_and_exams\" >5. How is Akash Prime relevant to current affairs and exams?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/akash-prime-test-ladakh\/#6_What_is_the_Akashteer_system\" >6. What is the Akashteer system?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/akash-prime-test-ladakh\/#7_What_does_%E2%80%9CAatmanirbhar_Bharat%E2%80%9D_mean_in_the_defence_context\" >7. What does \u201cAatmanirbhar Bharat\u201d mean in the defence context?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/akash-prime-test-ladakh\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Akash_Prime_test_Ladakh_Indian_Army_successfully_tested_Akash_Prime_air_defence_missile_at_15000_ft_in_Ladakh_demonstrating_Indias_indigenous_military_tech_capabilities_and_boosting_Aatmanirbhar_Bharat_in_defence\"><\/span><strong>Akash Prime test Ladakh<\/strong>: Indian Army successfully tested Akash Prime air defence missile at 15,000 ft in Ladakh, demonstrating India&#8217;s indigenous military tech capabilities and boosting Aatmanirbhar Bharat in defence.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%B0_Akash_Prime_Successfully_Tested_at_15000_ft_in_Ladakh\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcf0 <strong>Akash Prime Successfully Tested at 15,000 ft in Ladakh<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"High%E2%80%91Altitude_Triumph_Precision_at_15000_ft\"><\/span>High\u2011Altitude Triumph: Precision at 15,000 ft<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On <strong>July 16, 2025<\/strong>, the Indian Army, in collaboration with DRDO, conducted a <strong>successful high\u2011altitude test of the Akash Prime air\u2011defence missile system<\/strong> in the strategically sensitive Ladakh sector. The system intercepted and destroyed <strong>two high-speed unmanned aerial targets<\/strong> at an altitude exceeding 15,000 ft, showcasing its advanced capabilities in mountainous terrain <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Engineered_for_Extremes_Performing_in_Thin_Air\"><\/span>Engineered for Extremes: Performing in Thin Air<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>High-altitude environments present unique operational challenges\u2014cold temperatures, reduced air density, and rugged terrain. The <strong>Akash Prime<\/strong>, enhanced with upgraded seeker and guidance systems, demonstrated exceptional precision and reliability under these demanding conditions<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indigenous_Strength_A_DRDO_Milestone\"><\/span>Indigenous Strength: A DRDO Milestone<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Developed by DRDO and deployed by the Army Air Defence Corps, this marks a significant milestone in India\u2019s push for defence \u201cAatmanirbharta\u201d (self\u2011reliance). The success of this test builds upon previous operational deployments such as <strong>Operation Sindoor<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enhanced_Border_Protection\"><\/span>Enhanced Border Protection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Given the evolving drone and aerial threats in Himalayan border regions, the successful test bolsters India\u2019s <strong>area air-defence grid<\/strong>. Akash Prime adds a critical layer to the nation\u2019s integrated air defence network<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Future_Outlook_Export_Potential_Upgrades\"><\/span>Future Outlook: Export Potential &amp; Upgrades<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This demonstration not only cements India\u2019s technical prowess but also enhances the export appeal of the Akash series. Future iterations (like Akash-NG) and integration with systems such as Akashteer and 3D CAR radar will further reinforce India\u2019s defence ecosystem <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"Akash-Prime-test-Ladakh\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/defencestories.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/fotojet-67.jpg?w=1024\" alt=\"Akash Prime test Ladakh\" title=\"Akash Prime test Ladakh\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Akash Prime test Ladakh<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8C_Why_This_News_Matters\"><\/span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Why This News Matters<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevance_to_Exam-Based_Services\"><\/span>Relevance to Exam-Based Services<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Geopolitical Strategy:<\/strong> Exam aspirants in civil services, defence, and police exams must understand the importance of high-altitude defence deployments and their geopolitical ramifications.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Technological Edge:<\/strong> Recognizing indigenous systems like Akash Prime illustrates India\u2019s capabilities in meeting complex defence challenges, aligning with national initiatives like <strong>Make in India<\/strong> and <strong>Aatmanirbhar Bharat<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Syllabus Integration:<\/strong> This development intersects relevant topics in defence, technology, science, and geography\u2014key areas for exams like CDS, UPSC, SSC CGL, and state PCS.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%9A_Historical_Context\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcda <strong>Historical Context<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Evolution_of_Akash_Missile_System\"><\/span>Evolution of Akash Missile System<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme (IGMDP):<\/strong> Launched in the 1980s to make India self-reliant in missile technology. The Akash system evolved under this scheme as a medium-range surface-to-air missile with supersonic speeds and a <strong>60\u202fkg warhead<\/strong> <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"High-Altitude_Developments\"><\/span>High-Altitude Developments<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Akash Prime is a refined version, optimized for higher altitudes and improved engagement accuracy. The <strong>July 2025 Ladakh test<\/strong> marks an important milestone in demonstrating altitude-specific performance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Operational_Deployment_Export\"><\/span>Operational Deployment &amp; Export<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Akash systems have been deployed widely across the Indian Army and Air Force. The <strong>Akashteer C4ISR network<\/strong>, integrated since 2024, offers real-time air defence coordination <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In <strong>May 2025<\/strong>, during Operation Sindoor, Akash and associated systems like Akashteer played pivotal roles in intercepting drone and missile threats<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Various foreign nations, including <strong>Armenia, Philippines, Brazil<\/strong>, have shown interest in the Akash system <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8A_Key_Takeaways_from_Akash_Prime_Test\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcca <strong>Key Takeaways from Akash Prime Test<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>No.<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Takeaway<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td><strong>High\u2011Altitude Capability<\/strong>: Akash Prime successfully intercepted super\u2011fast aerial targets above 15,000 ft in Ladakh.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td><strong>Indigenous Design<\/strong>: Developed by DRDO and BEL, part of India\u2019s Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td><strong>Operational Relevance<\/strong>: Enhances defence in mountainous regions prone to cross-border threats.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td><strong>Integrated Defence Grid<\/strong>: Complements systems like Akashteer C4ISR and 3D CAR radar for comprehensive air security.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td><strong>Global Potential<\/strong>: Boosts export credibility, with future variants like Akash-NG in development.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Akash Prime test Ladakh<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%99%8B%E2%80%8D%E2%99%82%EF%B8%8F_FAQs_Related_to_Akash_Prime_Test_and_Related_Exam_Topics\"><\/span>\ud83d\ude4b\u200d\u2642\ufe0f <strong>FAQs Related to Akash Prime Test and Related Exam Topics<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_Akash_Prime_missile_system\"><\/span>1. What is the Akash Prime missile system?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Akash Prime is an upgraded version of the Akash surface-to-air missile developed by DRDO. It features enhanced guidance, a new seeker, and is optimized for high-altitude and cold weather operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Why_was_the_test_at_15000_ft_in_Ladakh_significant\"><\/span>2. Why was the test at 15,000 ft in Ladakh significant?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The high-altitude trial tested the missile system\u2019s operational capability in thin air and extreme terrain, which is critical for defending India&#8217;s northern borders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Which_organization_developed_the_Akash_Prime_system\"><\/span>3. Which organization developed the Akash Prime system?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It was developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) in collaboration with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_is_the_range_of_Akash_Prime\"><\/span>4. What is the range of Akash Prime?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Akash Prime can engage aerial targets within a range of approximately <strong>30 km<\/strong>, similar to its predecessor, but with improved accuracy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_How_is_Akash_Prime_relevant_to_current_affairs_and_exams\"><\/span>5. How is Akash Prime relevant to current affairs and exams?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This news is relevant for defence, civil services, and science and technology sections of competitive exams. It also aligns with topics like Make in India and national security strategy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_What_is_the_Akashteer_system\"><\/span>6. What is the Akashteer system?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Akashteer is a command-and-control system for the Akash missile battery network that helps integrate and coordinate air defence operations in real time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_What_does_%E2%80%9CAatmanirbhar_Bharat%E2%80%9D_mean_in_the_defence_context\"><\/span>7. 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