IAF tests indigenous Khagantak-243 glide bomb; all about India's new stand-off strike weapon

The Indian Air Force successfully conducted a drop trial of the Khagantak-243 glide bomb. This long-range weapon was indigenously designed and developed by JSR Dynamics and BEL. The trials met all objectives, demonstrating enhanced capabilities for the force. The Khagantak-243 is a 300-kg-class precision-guided munition with a range exceeding 140 km. This development reflects progress in India's defense innovation and self-reliance initiatives.