India Successfully Tests Two Pralay Missiles Off Odisha Coast
Successful trials clear the way for induction of the indigenously developed missile into the armed forces.
India on Wednesday successfully test-fired two Pralay missiles in quick succession from the Odisha coast, marking an important step toward their induction into the military.
The Pralay missile is a short-range, surface-to-surface missile developed indigenously. It can carry a payload of 500 to 1,000 kilograms and has a strike range between 150 and 500 kilometres. The missile is designed to carry multiple conventional warheads and is equipped with an advanced navigation system that allows high accuracy.
The test launches were conducted by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) as part of user evaluation trials. According to the Defence Ministry, both missiles followed their planned paths and achieved all mission objectives. Their performance was closely monitored and confirmed by tracking sensors.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated the DRDO, the Indian Army, the Indian Air Force, defence public sector units, and industry partners for the successful tests. He said the back-to-back launches have proven the reliability of the Pralay missile system.
DRDO Chairman and Secretary of the Department of Defence Research and Development, Samir V Kamat, also praised the teams involved. He stated that the successful trials indicate the missile system is close to being ready for induction by the armed forces.
The Pralay missile has been developed by the Research Centre Imarat, with support from several DRDO laboratories, including the Defence Research and Development Laboratory, Advanced Systems Laboratory, Armament Research and Development Establishment, High Energy Materials Research Laboratory, and Terminal Ballistics Research Laboratory.
