India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is advancing the Smart Anti-Airfield Weapon (SAAW) by integrating satellite navigation (SATNAV) for mid-course guidance, significantly enhancing its precision strike capability. This upgrade, utilizing ISRO’s indigenous NAVIC system alongside GPS, grants real-time trajectory adjustments, enabling the Indian Air Force (IAF) to conduct precision strikes up to 100 kilometers away with improved flexibility and independence from foreign navigation systems. The SAAW is a 125-kilogram class guided glide bomb designed to destroy critical ground targets, including runways, bunkers, radar stations, and fuel depots, without requiring the launching aircraft to enter hostile airspace. It supports multiple launch platforms such as the Su-30MKI, Jaguar, Hawk, and is slated for integration with the Dassault Rafale and HAL Tejas Mk1A. The weapon achieves accuracy within 3 to 7 meters of intended targets, aided by electro-optical and imaging infrared seekers, and features aerodynamic design with foldable wings for better glide performance and standoff range. The recent phase of enhancement includes proposals submitted as of June 2025 for procurement of the satellite-guided variant, aligning with India’s strategic focus on self-reliance and modern warfare capabilities. The SAAW’s advancements not only boost operational effectiveness but also enhance pilot safety by reducing the need for real-time target locking in contested airspaces, marking a significant stride in India’s indigenous precision munitions arsenal. Mass production readiness has been achieved, with Bharat Dynamics Limited spearheading manufacturing efforts, reinforcing India’s defense autonomy and precision strike power.