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India's Indigenous MPATGM Missile Tested Successfully, Boosts Aatmanirbhar Bharat

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated the DRDO and its partners for the successful flight test of a third-generation, indigenously developed Man-Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile. The missile, featuring a fire-and-forget system with top-attack capability, was successfully tested against a moving target in Maharashtra. It incorporates advanced indigenous technologies like an Imaging Infrared Seeker and a tandem warhead developed by various DRDO laboratories. DRDO Chairman Dr. Samir V Kamat stated the successful trial paves the way for the weapon system's induction into the Indian Army.

Key Points: India Successfully Tests Indigenous MPATGM Anti-Tank Missile

  • Successful flight test of 3rd-gen MPATGM
  • Missile has top-attack capability against moving targets
  • Key step for indigenous defence manufacturing
  • System developed by DRDO labs and industry partners
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh lauds successful test of indigenous MPATGM, calls it boost to Aatmanirbhar Bharat

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh lauds DRDO's successful test of a third-generation, fire-and-forget, man-portable anti-tank guided missile.

"an important step towards AatmanirbharBharat - Rajnath Singh"

Hyderabad, January 12

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday congratulated the Defence Research and Development Organisation, its industry partners and the defence industry after the successful flight test of the Third Generation Fire & Forget Man Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile with top attack capability, describing it as an important step towards Aatmanirbhar Bharat.

In a post on X, RMO India said, "Third Generation Fire & Forget Man Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile (MPATGM) with top attack capability was flight tested successfully against moving target by the Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL), Hyderabad. Raksha Mantri Shri @rajnathsingh has complimented DRDO, DCPP Partners and Industry for the successful test of Fire & Forget Man Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile with top attack capability and termed it an important step towards AatmanirbharBharat."

According to a release from Ministry of Defence, Third Generation Fire & Forget Man Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile (MPATGM) with top attack capability was flight-tested successfully against a moving target in KK Ranges, Ahilya Nagar, Maharashtra by DRDO's Defence Research & Development Laboratory, Hyderabad on January 11, 2026.

The indigenously developed MPATGM consists of state-of-the-art indigenous technologies like Imaging Infrared (IIR) Homing Seeker, all electric Control Actuation System, Fire Control System, Tandem Warhead, propulsion system and high performance sighting system, which are developed by DRDO's sister laboratories namely Research Centre Imarat, Hyderabad, Terminal Ballistics Research Laboratory, Chandigarh, High Energy Materials Research Laboratory, Pune and Instruments Research & Development Establishment, Dehradun.

The Thermal Target System was developed by Defence Laboratory, Jodhpur to simulate the target tank. The IIR seeker is well accomplished with day and night combat operation capability. The warhead is capable of defeating modern main Battle Tanks. Bharat Dynamics Limited and Bharat Electronics Limited are the Development-Cum-Production Partners (DcPP) for the weapon System. The missile can be launched from Tripod or Military Vehicle Launcher, a release said.

Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh has complimented DRDO, DcPP Partners and the Industry for the successful test. He termed it as an important step towards Aatmanirbhar Bharat.

Congratulating the team, Secretary, Department of Defence R&D and Chairman DRDO Dr Samir V Kamat said that the trial target was successfully conducted, thereby leading the weapon system for induction into the Indian Army, a release added.

- ANI

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Priya S
A fire-and-forget, man-portable system with top-attack capability is a game-changer for our infantry soldiers. It will give them a huge edge in modern warfare. The fact that it's developed entirely in India, from the seeker to the warhead, fills me with pride. Jai Hind!
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Rohit P
Great step, but the real test is timely mass production and induction. We've seen delays before. Hope BDL and BEL can ramp up production quickly to equip our frontline troops. The technology seems top-notch, now let's see it in the hands of our jawans.
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Sarah B
As an observer, India's push for self-reliance in defence tech is impressive. The collaboration between multiple DRDO labs and public sector units shows a systematic approach. A capable indigenous anti-tank missile is a significant deterrent.
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Vikram M
Day and night capability, can defeat modern tanks... brilliant! This is exactly what we need for our mountainous borders. Each successful test like this sends a strong message. Well done to all the scientists and engineers involved. 👏
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Nikhil C
While I applaud the achievement, I hope the focus on 'Aatmanirbharta' doesn't come at the cost of ignoring potential collaboration for even more advanced tech. Sometimes a hybrid approach is best. That said, this is a proud moment for Indian defence R&D.

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