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DRDO successfully conducts night trial of new generation nuclear-capable "Agni-Prime" missile.

Defence | Dated: 29 Nov 2025

India successfully conducted the night launch of the new generation nuclear-capable ballistic missile "Agni-Prime" from Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the coast of Odisha. The test met all the mission objectives, validating the accuracy and reliability of the system under operational conditions.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • Agni-Prime is a two-stage canisterised solid-propellant ballistic missile with dual redundant navigation and guidance system, having a range of 1,000 to 2,000 km.
  • The missile is lighter and more mobile than the earlier Agni series missiles, allowing for quicker deployment by road or rail.
  • This test paves the way for the induction of the missile into the Strategic Forces Command (SFC), strengthening India's credible deterrence capabilities.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Missile: Agni-Prime (Agni-P).
  • Range: 1,000 to 2,000 km.
  • Type: Canisterised Ballistic Missile.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

What is the strike range of the "Agni-Prime" missile recently tested by DRDO?

Correct Answer: 1000-2000 km

🚀 Quick Recap:

About DRDO

  • Chairman – Dr. Samir V. Kamat
  • Motto – Balasya Mulam Vigyanam