Bhubaneswar: India successfully test-fired its nuclear-capable Agni-5 intermediate-range ballistic missile from the Integrated Test Range at APJ Abdul Kalam island in Chandipur, Balasore. The test, conducted on Wednesday, validated all operational and technical parameters of the missile, ensuring its readiness for deployment.
The Agni-5 missile has a range of over 5,000 kms, making it one of India’s most advanced long-range missiles. It is equipped with modern navigation, guidance, warhead, and propulsion technologies, which strengthen India’s nuclear deterrence capabilities.
The defence ministry said the test-firing of the missile from the Integrated Test Range in Odisha’s Chandipur validated all operational and technical parameters.
“Intermediate range ballistic missile ‘Agni 5’ was successfully test-fired from the integrated test range, Chandipur in Odisha on August 20,” it said in a brief statement.
“The launch validated all operational and technical parameters. It was carried out under the aegis of the Strategic Forces Command,” it said.
The test was part of routine user trials aimed at ensuring the system’s readiness, conducted under the Strategic Forces Command.
