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    India Successfully Tests Air-Launched Ballistic Missile ‘Crystal Maze 2’

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    India’s defense capabilities take a significant leap forward with successfully testing a new version of the air-launched medium-range ballistic missile, Crystal Maze 2. This significant enhancement to the nation’s defense arsenal is a testament to the ongoing efforts to bolster national security and project power in the region.

    The Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully tested the new version of the air-launched medium-range ballistic missile in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The missile can hit targets over 250 kilometers away, significantly enhancing the country’s defense capabilities.

    ‘The successful launch of the new variant of a medium-range ballistic missile was carried out under the aegis of the strategic forces command. The user launch has proven the operational capability of the Command and validated new technologies. – Ministry of Defense

    The Crystal Maze 2 was launched from a Su-30 MKI fighter jet, demonstrating the IAF’s ability to integrate advanced missile technology with its existing aircraft fleet. The missile travels upwards and then moves towards its target at high speeds, making it a formidable weapon in the IAF’s arsenal.

    Key Features of the Crystal Maze 2

    The Crystal Maze 2 is an extended stand-off range air-to-surface missile designed to strike high-value stationary and relocatable targets, including long-range radars and air defense systems. It is effective in GPS-denied environments, similar to those faced by India during the Kargil War.

    The missile can penetrate areas protected by air defense systems, making it a potent weapon in modern warfare, where enemy air defenses can pose significant challenges.

    Moreover, the Crystal Maze 2 offers options for either penetration or blast fragmentation warhead, making it capable of destroying both above-ground and well-protected underground targets.

    Following the successful test, the IAF plans to acquire Israeli missiles in significant quantities through the Make in India initiative. This plan showcases the importance of strategic partnerships in advancing India’s defense industry and its commitment to self-reliance in defense production.

    The successful test of the Crystal Maze 2 air-launched ballistic missile marks a significant milestone in India’s ongoing quest to enhance its defense capabilities. This new addition to the Indian Air Force’s arsenal is a powerful deterrent and strengthens the country’s defense posture in the region.

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