DRDO's Akash-NG Missile Test Boosts Bharat Dynamics Shares 5%

• DRDO successfully completed the User Evaluation Trial (UET) of the Akash-NG missile system on December 23.
• Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) shares surged 5% to ₹1,498 following the news of the successful test.
• Akash-NG is a state-of-the-art air defence system featuring an indigenous RF seeker and solid rocket motor.
• The missile system was designed by DRDO and manufactured by Bharat Dynamics (BDL) and Bharat Electronics (BEL).
• Defence Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated DRDO and IAF, stating it strengthens India's air defence capabilities.

Why It Matters: Successful Akash-NG missile test by DRDO drives Bharat Dynamics shares up 5%, enhancing India's air defence.