On December 18, 2021, Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully test-fired the new generation nuclear-capable ballistic missile ‘Agni Prime’ from APJ Abdul Kalam island off the coast of Odisha in Balasore.
- Capable of eliminating an enemy 5,000 kilometres away India has successfully test-fired the new generation nuclear-capable ballistic missile ‘Agni P’.
- Designed and developed by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the successful launch of the missile is in line with India’s stated policy to have ‘credible minimum deterrence.’
- The missile can also be carried by a road-mobile truck, allowing the mobilization of missiles across the country easily.
- The missile has claimed to be tested more than 7 times before moving to user trials with the Indian Army.
- Further, Agni P is a two-stage canistered solid-propellant ballistic missile with dual redundant navigation and guidance system. This second flight test has proven the reliable performance of all the advanced technologies integrated into the system.
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