Country’s First Indigenous Heavy Torpedo Enters Production
The torpedo is equipped with advanced homing and propulsion systems, along with search, attack and re-attack capabilities designed for complex underwater operations.
Hyderabad: The country’s first indigenous wire-guided heavy weight torpedo has entered the production stage, with Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) delivering the system to the Naval Science and Technological Laboratory (NSTL).
The production-grade torpedo, developed in partnership with NSTL under the development-cum-production partner model, has been realised in both practice and combat configurations. Officials said the system will strengthen the Indian Navy’s operational capabilities with improved underwater targeting and engagement.
The torpedo is equipped with advanced homing and propulsion systems, along with search, attack and re-attack capabilities designed for complex underwater operations.
Commodore A. Madhavarao (retd), BDL Chairman and Managing Director, along with Dr R.V. Hara Prasad, Director-General (NS&M), and Dr Abraham Varughese, Director, NSTL, were present during the delivery, along with teams from BDL, NSTL and the Indian Navy.
Officials said the milestone is an ongoing effort to reduce dependence on imports in critical defence technologies. The project also involved multiple industry partners, including micro, small and medium enterprises, contributing to the development and production process.
The successful production of the torpedo points to India’s growing capability in designing and manufacturing complex underwater weapon systems, particularly in the naval domain, official said in a statement. Speakers at the event acknowledged the role of scientists, engineers and production teams in taking the system from development to production stage, describing it as a step forward in strengthening the country’s defence manufacturing ecosystem.
