Successful Test-Firing of Indigenous Underwater Naval Mine

Published on May 06, 2025, at 01:43 am IST in New Delhi, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Navy conducted a significant test-firing of an indigenous multi-influence ground mine on May 5, 2025. The development is crucial, especially amidst rising tensions between India and Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack.

Key Details of the Test

• Organizers: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Indian Navy.
• Date: May 5, 2025.
• Purpose: To enhance the Indian Navy's capabilities against modern stealth ships and submarines.

Details of the Multi-Influence Ground Mine (MIGM)

• The MIGM is an advanced underwater naval mine developed by the Naval Science and Technological Laboratory in Visakhapatnam.
• Development Partners: 
  • Naval Science and Technological Laboratory, Visakhapatnam.
  • Other DRDO laboratories.
• Production Partners: 
  • Bharat Dynamics Limited, Visakhapatnam.
  • Apollo Microsystems Limited, Hyderabad.

Statements from Officials

• Defence Minister Rajnath Singh complimented the DRDO, Indian Navy, and industry partners, stating that the new system will significantly boost the Indian Navy's undersea warfare capabilities.