India is set to revolutionize its naval combat power with the upcoming sea trials of Takkhrit, a state-of-the-art indigenous Electric Heavyweight Torpedo (EHWT).
Developed by DRDO’s NSTL, this next-generation successor to the 'Varunastra' is designed to neutralize enemy submarines and ships with surgical precision.
Integrated into the Kalvari-class submarines, Takkhrit features a sophisticated fiber-optic guidance system for real-time course corrections and Ring Laser Gyro navigation powered by India’s NavIC satellites.
A key highlight is the 'swim-out launch system,' allowing the torpedo to exit the submarine silently to maintain stealth.
Following a major ₹877 crore integration contract with France’s Naval Group, the 6.4-meter torpedo will undergo rigorous testing throughout 2026 across various sea conditions.
If these technical evaluations succeed, the Ministry of Defence plans a definitive "live warhead test" against a real target in 2027.
By successfully deploying Takkhrit, the Indian Navy aims to slash its dependence on foreign weapons and solidify its status as a self-reliant maritime superpower. The era of indigenous underwater dominance is fast approaching.