Divyastra Mk3: India's Indigenous Jet-Powered Loitering Munition
Why in News?
The indigenously developed Divyastra Mk3 successfully completed its maiden flight in August 2026.
What is it?
Next-generation jet-powered loitering munition.
Developed by an Indian defence technology company associated with the Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor.
Designed to combine UAV endurance with precision-strike capability.
What is a Loitering Munition?
A weapon that can:
Remain airborne over a target area.
Search for or identify a target.
Strike the target directly.
It is sometimes called a kamikaze drone.
Why Jet Propulsion Matters
Compared with common propeller-driven loitering munitions, jet propulsion can provide:
Higher speed.
Greater responsiveness.
Greater payload possibilities.
Important: Divyastra Mk3 is different from Mission Divyastra, which relates to the Agni-5 MIRV test.
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