Not Just S400, Home Made Akash Air Defence System Plays Crucial Role in Negating Pakistan's Nefarious Plans, Make in India Gets Wings Under PM Modi?

As tensions escalated along the western front, India’s homegrown Akash air defence system stood tall, proving its mettle during a critical national security moment. In what many are calling a defining test, the indigenous Akash system reportedly played a pivotal role in intercepting and neutralizing aerial threats from Pakistan, marking a moment of pride for India’s defence research community.

When the dust & fog of last night has settled, there will be a separate chapter on how India’s homegrown Akash air defence system performed yesterday. Let’s just say our defence scientists will be a very proud lot. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/Uq9krnCRgy

— Shiv Aroor (@ShivAroor) May 9, 2025

Not Just S400, Home Made Akash Air Defence System Plays Crucial Role in Negating Pakistan's Nefarious Plans

Renowned journalist Shiv Aroor’s tweet has added to the growing praise, stating, “There will be a separate chapter on how India’s homegrown Akash air defence system performed yesterday.” While full operational details remain classified, sources indicate that Akash batteries were deployed strategically and responded with precision, highlighting the system’s growing sophistication.

Developed by DRDO under the “Make in India” initiative, Akash is a medium-range surface-to-air missile system capable of engaging multiple targets up to 30 km away. Its success in real-time conflict conditions underscores India’s advancing self-reliance in defence manufacturing and the maturing capabilities of indigenous technology.

 It's s a powerful endorsement of Atmanirbhar Bharat in action

In the past, most air defence coverage heavily spotlighted Russia’s S-400 system, but this incident has shifted attention back to homegrown innovation. Experts believe this performance could pave the way for wider deployment of Akash variants, as well as increased global interest in Indian defence exports. For India, it’s more than just a military success — it’s a powerful endorsement of Atmanirbhar Bharat in action.