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India’s Defence Gets a Boost: DRDO Successfully Tests Pralay Missile
ODISHA, INDIA, JUL 29 – Two consecutive user evaluation trials validated Pralay missile's maximum and minimum range with high precision and multi-warhead capability, enhancing India's deterrence against regional threats.
- The Defence Research and Development Organisation conducted two flight trials of the Pralay missile system, validating its range capabilities from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island.
- As part of User Evaluation Trials, the tests conducted on Monday and Tuesday validated the range capabilities of Pralay, a solid-propellant quasi-ballistic missile with state-of-the-art guidance and navigation.
- The missiles followed their intended trajectories and struck designated targets, with all subsystems performing as expected, verified by tracking sensors.
- Senior officials lauded the successful test, with DRDO Chairman Samir V. Kamat saying phase-1 tests pave the way for induction in the near future.
- Amid regional tensions, the tests mark a significant advancement in India’s defense posture, supporting self-reliance in defense technology and aiming to deter adversaries.
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DRDO conducts consecutive flight tests of Pralay missile in Odisha - The Statesman
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted two successful flight-tests of the Pralay missile from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the coast of Odisha, on July 28 and 29, it said in a statement on Tuesday.
DRDO Conducts 2 Successful Flight Tests of 'Pralay' Missile From Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island off Coast of Odisha (See Pic)
Giving a major boost to India's defence system, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has conducted two consecutive successful flight tests of the Pralay Missile from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the coast of Odisha, the Office of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Tuesday. DRDO Conducts 2 Successful Flight Tests of 'Pralay' Missile From Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island off Coast of Odisha (See Pic).
India’s Defence Gets a Boost: DRDO Successfully Tests Pralay Missile
India's defence capabilities received a significant enhancement with the DRDO's successful consecutive tests of the Pralay Missile. Conducted off the coast of Odisha, these trials showcased the missile's precision, robust technology, and collaborative efforts of India's research agencies. The Pralay is poised for induction into the Armed Forces soon.
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