Ministry of Defence, on Thursday, informed that short-range ballistic missiles – Prithvi-II and Agni-I – were successfully test-fired from the Integrated Test Range in Odisha’s Chandipur.
The Ministry of Defence officials said that the launches were conducted under the aegis of the Strategic Forces Command as part of routine training and validation exercises.
The launches validated all operational and technical parameters. These tests were conducted under the aegis of the Strategic Forces Command, the Ministry said in a statement.
The Ministry of Defence confirmed that the tests validated key capabilities, reaffirming the reliability and accuracy of India’s nuclear-capable delivery systems.
With the test-firing of these short-range ballistic missiles, India has achieved a significant milestone in strengthening its defence capabilities.
Prithvi and the ballistic missile Agni are part of indigenous missiles system of India as well as a strong support of the Indian defence system.
India successfully conducted successful trail of its indigenous ‘Akash Prime’ air defence system on Wednesday, approximately 24 hours prior to this successful trial.
The Indian Army recently conducted a successful test of the indigenous ‘Akash Prime’ air defence system in the challenging high-altitude terrain of the Ladakh sector, at an altitude of approximately 15,000 feet.
Developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Akash Prime system was tested in the presence of senior officials from the Army’s Air Defence wing and DRDO.
This trial signifies a significant leap forward in India’s efforts to bolster its self-reliant defence capabilities.
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During the trial, surface-to-air missiles from the system registered direct hits on two high-speed aerial targets, demonstrating exceptional accuracy.
The test was conducted in the rarefied atmosphere and extreme conditions of high-altitude terrain, where even basic operations can be challenging.
Defence officials said that the Akash Prime system will be integrated into the Indian Army’s third and fourth Akash Regiments, enhancing the country’s overall air defence shield.
Notably, India’s Akash air defence system played a critical role during Operation Sindoor, where it successfully countered aerial attacks involving Chinese fighter jets and Turkish drones deployed by Pakistani armed forces.
Defence analysts believe that this successful trial not only showcases India’s indigenous defence capabilities but also significantly strengthens the nation’s aerial security preparedness.
