Successful flight test of ‘Agni Prime’ ballistic missile
Recently, the ballistic missile ‘Agni Prime’ has been successfully test-fired by the Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the coast of Odisha.
Key Facts:
- This was the first pre-induction night launch conducted by the users after three successful development trials of the missile, validating the accuracy and reliability of the system.
- During the test, range instruments such as radar, telemetry and electro optical tracking systems were deployed at various locations to capture flight data covering the entire trajectory of the missile.
‘Agni Prime’ Ballistic Missile:
- Agni prime missile is a two stage canistered solid propellant missile with dual navigation and guidance system. Canisterization reduces the time required for launch and improves storage and mobility.
- It is a surface-to-surface ballistic missile. Its range is 1000 to 2000 km.
- “Agni Prime” is the sixth missile in the Agni series. Agni missiles have been developed under the Integrated Guided Missile Development Program (IGMDP) headed by Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam.
- It was approved by the Government of India in the year 1983. The missiles of this series have been developed by the Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) of India.
5 missiles developed under the Integrated Guided Missile Development Program (IGMDP):
- Prithvi: It is a short-range surface-to-surface ballistic missile.
- Agni: This includes ballistic missiles of varying ranges.
- Trishul: It is a short range surface to air missile.
- Nag: It is a third generation anti-tank missile.
- Akash: It is a medium range surface to air missile.
Source – PIB
