NIBE Limited has successfully conducted trials of its indigenous SURYASTRA Universal Rocket Launcher System at the Integrated Test Range (ITR) in Chandipur, Odisha, marking a significant development in India’s defence technology and long-range strike capabilities.
According to the company, the trials included the testing of EXTRA and Predator Hawk rockets integrated with the SURYASTRA platform. The rockets demonstrated strike ranges of 150 kilometres and 300 kilometres respectively during the exercises and reportedly achieved high levels of precision throughout the testing process.
NIBE stated that the rockets recorded circular error probable (CEP) accuracy levels of 1.5 metres and 2 metres respectively. CEP is a globally recognized benchmark used to evaluate the precision and targeting accuracy of missile and rocket systems. The company said the results validated the launcher’s capability to perform long-range precision-strike operations effectively.
SURYASTRA has been described as India’s first indigenously developed universal multi-calibre long-range rocket launcher system designed for precision surface-to-surface deep-strike missions. The system has been developed to support multiple rocket configurations from a single launcher platform, providing operational flexibility across varying combat requirements.
The launcher features a modular architecture that allows it to deploy different categories of rockets using the same system. Mounted on a high-mobility vehicle platform, SURYASTRA is designed for rapid deployment and tactical mobility during battlefield operations. The platform also supports “shoot-and-scoot” functionality, enabling the launcher to fire rockets and quickly relocate to minimize exposure to potential counterattacks.
The successful demonstration reflects ongoing efforts within India’s defence manufacturing sector to strengthen indigenous military technology capabilities under domestic production initiatives. The development of advanced long-range precision systems has become a key focus area as defence companies continue investing in locally built strategic platforms and weapon systems.
The trials at Chandipur further highlight the growing role of Indian defence manufacturers in developing advanced artillery and missile technologies designed to meet modern operational requirements. With precision, mobility, and multi-calibre compatibility emerging as critical factors in modern warfare systems, platforms such as SURYASTRA are expected to contribute to the expansion of India’s indigenous defence infrastructure.
The demonstration also underscores increasing emphasis on self-reliance in defence manufacturing and the development of advanced long-range strike capabilities within the country’s strategic defence ecosystem.
