India has successfully tested its indigenous Project Kusha missile system, aiming to develop a homegrown long-range air defence capability. This system is designed to reduce dependence on imported air shield systems and counter aerial threats from China and Pakistan.

India's maiden test of the Kusha Surface-to-Air Missile marks a decisive step in building a layered air defense shield under Mission Sudarshan Chakra. The system, designed in three variants, aims to rival the S-400 but is not intended to stop ballistic missiles.