Answer: Man Portable Air Defence System (MANPAD)
Notes: The DRDO successfully tested the Very Short-Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS) missile, a fourth-gen MANPAD developed indigenously in collaboration with Indian industry partners. Designed for short-range air defense, it boasts a 6-km range and features innovative technologies like a Dual-band IIR Seeker, miniaturized Reaction Control System, and integrated avionics. The portable missile, propelled by a dual-thrust solid motor, aims to safeguard ground forces and critical assets against low-altitude aerial threats, showcasing DRDO's prowess in defense development.
