The advanced ballistic missile was launched from Odisha’s Chandipur, validating key technical and operational capabilities under Strategic Forces Command.
India Strengthens Strategic Defence With Agni-5 Missile Test
India successfully conducted a test-firing of the Agni-5 intermediate-range ballistic missile on August 20, from the Integrated Test Range (ITR) located in Chandipur, Odisha. The launch marks a significant step in India’s defence preparedness and strategic capabilities.
Key Highlights of the Agni-5 Missile Test
- Test Location: Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur, Odisha
- Missile Type: Agni-5 (Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile)
- Launch Date: August 20
- Oversight: Conducted under the Strategic Forces Command (SFC)
- Purpose: To validate operational readiness and technical accuracy
Defence Ministry Confirms Successful Validation
According to a statement from the Ministry of Defence, the missile successfully met all key operational and technical parameters during the test.
“The launch validated all operational and technical parameters. It was carried out under the aegis of the Strategic Forces Command,” the ministry confirmed.
What Is Agni-5?
The Agni-5 is a powerful, nuclear-capable ballistic missile with a range of over 5,000 km. It is a part of India’s Agni missile series designed to enhance national security and deter potential threats.
Key Features:
- Capable of carrying nuclear warheads
- High-precision strike capabilities
- Advanced navigation and guidance system
- Strengthens India’s second-strike capability
Why This Test Matters
This successful test underlines India’s commitment to maintaining a credible minimum deterrence strategy. It sends a strong signal of India’s readiness and technological advancement in defence.
With the successful test-firing of Agni-5, India reaffirms its position as a major strategic power with a robust missile program. The missile’s validation underlines both defence readiness and technological maturity, crucial for national security in an evolving global landscape.
