Pechora Missile | India's Iron Shield that Crushed Pakistan’s Strikes

On the night of May 8–9, as Pakistan launched a wave of coordinated drone and missile attacks across India’s western border, the Indian Armed Forces responded with unmatched speed and precision. Over 50 drones were shot down across key military zones including Jammu, Udhampur, Samba, Akhnoor, Nagrota, and Pathankot. At the heart of this defensive success was the Pechora missile system—a Soviet-origin surface-to-air missile platform known for its lethal accuracy. Integrated with the 4R90 Yatagan radar, the Pechora can detect and neutralize targets mid-air, even under intense electronic jamming. With a kill probability of 92% and target engagement capability at up to 35 km range and 25 km altitude, it proved indispensable during this high-tempo engagement. Despite the induction of newer systems like the Akash NG, MRSAM, and S-400 ‘Sudarshan Chakra,’ Pechora remains a trusted asset in India’s layered air defence grid.