India test-fires Agni Prime missile from train, watch video:

News Topical, Digital Desk : India has achieved another major breakthrough in the defense sector. The Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) has successfully tested the Agni-Prime missile. The missile was launched from a rail-based mobile launcher system. India's Defense Minister Rajnath Singh shared information about the missile test on his official X handle and also shared a video of the test.

First launch from rail launcher – Rajnath Singh

Rajnath Singh described the missile test as the first of its kind from a specially designed rail-based mobile launcher, capable of operating on the rail network without any preconditions. This provides the user with mobility across the country and allows missile launches in low visibility conditions with a short reaction time.

Why is this test special?

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has congratulated DRDO, the Strategic Forces Command (SFC) and the armed forces on the successful test-firing of the medium-range Agni-Prime missile. Rajnath Singh stated that this successful test has placed India among a select group of countries that have the capability to develop a canisterized launch system from a mobile rail network.

What are the features of Agni-Prime missile?

Defense Minister Rajnath Singh stated that Agni-Prime is an advanced generation missile designed to have a range of up to 2,000 kilometers. The missile is equipped with several modern features. Designed and developed by the Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO), Agni-Prime is capable of carrying nuclear warheads. A new-generation ballistic missile, Agni-Prime, achieves all mission objectives with a high level of accuracy.

Other deadly missiles of India

India also possesses missiles ranging from Agni-1 to Agni-5. From Agni-1 to Agni-4, the missiles have a range of 700 km to 3,500 km. The Agni-5, on the other hand, has a range of up to 5,000 km. Its range covers Asia, including China's far north and some parts of Europe.