India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted Gaurav glide bomb trials from a Su-30 MKI aircraft between April 8–10, 2025. The Long-Range Glide Bomb (LRGB) was integrated at multiple stations on the aircraft with various warhead configurations. A designated land target on an island was used during the trials, with the system achieving a range of approximately 100 kilometers.
Weapon Configuration and Development
The LRGB ‘Gaurav’ is a 1,000 kg class glide bomb. It has been developed by the Research Centre Imarat (RCI), Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE), and Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur — all operating under India’s DRDO. The bomb is designed for high-precision engagement of static land targets.
Senior officials from DRDO and the Indian Air Force (IAF) were present to monitor the conduct of the Gaurav glide bomb trials.
Industry and Certification Partners
The system’s development involved support from Indian defense companies, including Adani Defence Systems & Technologies, Bharat Forge, and several Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).
