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News Topical, Digital Desk : India-Pakistan War Situation: The power of the air defense missile system 'Akash' has once again come to the fore. On Friday, the shares of Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) and Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) saw a huge surge in the stock market.
The reason for this was that the Indian Army foiled the alleged attacks by Pakistan on 15 Indian cities with these Made in India defense systems. After this information came out, the shares of these companies rose, while on the same day the BSE Sensex closed with a fall of about 850 points.
There was a tremendous rise in the shares of BDL and BEL
After this news, the shares of companies related to the defense sector saw a boom. BDL shares rose by about 9.73 percent to reach the level of 1,595. At the same time, BEL shares rose by 4.88 percent and reached 321.80. These figures show that investors have full faith in indigenous defense technology and the policy of self-reliant India.
What is Akash Air Defence Missile System?
The Akash Air Defence Missile System developed by Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) is a medium-range surface-to-air platform. Its strike range is between 80 and 120 kilometres. This system can track and engage multiple aerial targets simultaneously. It includes advanced technologies such as real-time multi-sensor data processing, threat evaluation and phased array radar.
The system is completely flexible and scalable, capable of operating in autonomous and group modes. Its cross-country mobility makes it deployable in any geographical area.
BDL's Akash Weapon System
Akash Weapon System (AWS) manufactured by Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) is a short range surface-to-air missile system with a range of 4.5 to 25 kilometers. This system is specially designed for the protection of sensitive areas and important installations.
AWS has inbuilt features like Electronic Counter-Counter Measures (ECCM), which enables it to counter enemy electronic attacks. It is completely based on mobile platforms, which allows it to be moved and deployed quickly on the battlefield. Its other specialty is that it can do multi-target engagement.
The world's eye is on 'Made in India' defense technology
The 'Akash' air defense system has been deployed in the Indian Army since the 2010s, but its utility and capability has been proven again in response to the recent attacks. This is a clear message that India is no longer dependent on foreign defense technology, but is rapidly moving on the path of self-reliant India.
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