India develops missile defence system

Earlier this week, India conducted a mid-air collision of two nuclear-capable ballistic missiles in a successful test of an interception programme.

"We have made a very good beginning," said VK Saraswat, an official of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).

"We have successfully developed technology for anti-ballistic missile defence system. As and when the country needs it, we can have our anti-missile defence system but it may take at least three to five years," he added.

Analysts said the DRDO has missed many project deadlines in the past.