The Defence Research and Development Organisation will showcase key indigenous weapon systems during Republic Day 2026 celebrations, including the Hypersonic Anti-Ship Missile LR-AShM and multiple submarine combat technologies.
At the 77th Republic Day Parade on Kartavya Path, DRDO will display the LR-AShM along with its launcher. The missile has been developed to meet coastal battery requirements of the Indian Navy and is capable of engaging both static and moving maritime targets with different payload configurations.
According to the official release, the missile follows a quasi-ballistic trajectory, beginning at hypersonic speeds of Mach 10 and sustaining an average speed of around Mach 5 during its flight with multiple skip manoeuvres. Indigenous sensors enable terminal-phase engagement of moving targets, while the missile’s low-altitude profile, high speed, and manoeuvrability significantly reduce radar detection time for enemy ground- and ship-based systems.
The LR-AShM uses a two-stage solid propulsion system. After separation of the first stage, the second stage accelerates the vehicle to hypersonic velocity. Following burnout, the missile performs an unpowered glide with atmospheric manoeuvres before striking the target.
Separately, DRDO will showcase a dedicated tableau at Bharat Parv at the Red Fort from January 26 to 31, 2026. The tableau will focus on “Naval Technologies for Combat Submarines” and will feature the Integrated Combat Suite, the Wire Guided Heavy Weight Torpedo, and Air Independent Propulsion systems.
The Integrated Combat Suite is a submarine-based system designed to provide situational awareness and support tactical decision-making, including weapon selection, launch, and guidance. The project involves eight DRDO laboratories and participation from around 150 Indian industry partners and MSMEs.
The Wire Guided Heavy Weight Torpedo is a submarine-launched weapon developed to counter modern surface ships and submarines. Heavyweight torpedoes remain the primary offensive weapon of submarines, and the system is intended to meet Indian Navy requirements for speed, endurance, and underwater combat capability.
The Air Independent Propulsion system uses a phosphoric acid fuel cell combined with an onboard hydrogen generator to enable extended underwater endurance. The system feeds power directly into the submarine’s electrical network, allowing silent underwater operations and improved stealth. The technology is modular and adaptable for future submarine platforms.
In addition to these displays, DRDO-developed systems including the Arjun Main Battle Tank, BrahMos missile, Akash air defence system, Nag Missile System, Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System, Battlefield Surveillance Radar, and Anti-Tank Guided Missiles will appear with Armed Forces contingents during the Kartavya Path parade.
