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India Validates Indigenous Naval Mine for Deployment in Navy

The Multi-Influence Ground Mine, developed by DRDO and partners, is now ready for induction following successful trials on May 5.

DRDO, Indian Navy conduct combat firing of indigenous multi-influence ground mine
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Overview

  • The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Indian Navy conducted a successful combat firing trial of the Multi-Influence Ground Mine (MIGM) on May 5, 2025.
  • The MIGM is an advanced underwater naval mine designed to counter modern stealth ships and submarines in complex maritime environments.
  • Developed collaboratively by DRDO laboratories in Visakhapatnam, Pune, and Chandigarh, the system marks a significant step in India’s push for defense self-reliance.
  • Production partners Bharat Dynamics Limited and Apollo Microsystems are set to begin serial manufacturing of the system.
  • Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and DRDO Chairman Dr. Samir V Kamat confirmed the system’s readiness for induction, highlighting its role in enhancing India’s undersea warfare capabilities.