•India integrates Astra Mk1 and Mk2 missiles into indigenous Tejas Mk2 fighter jet, enhancing air combat capabilities.
•Tejas Mk2, developed by DRDO and ADA, is designed for long-range BVR combat, carrying 8-10 BVR missiles and a 6.5-ton payload.
•Astra Mk1 range upgraded to 160 km; Astra Mk2 targets 220-240 km, enabling strikes on Pakistani cities like Lahore and Karachi from border areas.
•The jet features advanced tech like AESA radar, IRST, and network-centric data links, offering a 'first-shot advantage' and saturation attack capability.
•Tejas Mk2's extended endurance (120 mins) and indigenous nature provide cost-effective, proactive air dominance for India's borders.
