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NDTV
3 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
2 Successful Flight Tests Of 'Pralay' Missile Conducted In Odisha
New Delhi: Giving a major boost to India's defence system, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has conducted two consecutive successful flight tests of the Pralay Missile from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the coast of Odisha, the Office of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Tuesday. In an official statement from the Ministry of Defence (MoD), "Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted two consecutive successful flight tests of the Pralay missile from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the coast of Odisha on July 28 and 29, 2025." Two consecutive flight trials of 'PRALAY' missile was successfully carried out on 28th and 29th July 2025 as a part of User Evaluation Trials to validate the maximum and minimum range capability of the missile system. The missiles precisely followed the intended trajectory and… — DRDO (@DRDO_India) July 29, 2025 The flight tests were carried out as a part of user evaluation trials to validate the maximum and minimum range capability of the missile system. The missiles precisely followed the intended trajectory and reached the target point with pinpoint accuracy, meeting all the test objectives. All subsystems performed as per expectations, which were verified using test data captured by various tracking sensors deployed by Integrated Test Range (ITR), including instruments deployed on a ship positioned near the designated impact point, the statement said. According to MoD, Pralay is an indigenously developed solid propellant quasi-ballistic missile employing state-of-the-art guidance and navigation to ensure high precision. The missile is capable of carrying multiple types of warheads against various targets. The system has been developed by Research Centre Imarat in collaboration with other DRDO labs--Defence Research & Development Laboratory, Advanced Systems Laboratory, Armament Research & Development Establishment, High Energy Materials Research Laboratory, Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory, Terminal Ballistics Research Laboratory, Research & Development Establishment (Engineers) and ITR etc; industry partners - Bharat Dynamics Limited & Bharat Electronics Limited and many other industries and MSMEs. The flight tests, as per MoD, were witnessed by senior scientists of DRDO, representatives of the users from the Indian Air Force and the Indian Army, as well as the industry representatives. Following the tests, Defence Minister Mantri Rajnath Singh lauded the industry, the Armed Forces, and DRDO for the successful flight tests. The missile equipped with modern technologies will give a further technological boost to the Armed Forces against threats, he said. In a X post, the RMO wrote, "The @DRDO_India has conducted two consecutive successful flight tests of Pralay Missile on 28th and 29th July 2025 from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam island off the coast of Odisha." Secretary of the Department of Defence R&D and Chairman of DRDO, Dr Samir V Kamat also congratulated the teams, stating that the successful completion of these phase-1 flight tests paves the way for induction of the system into the Armed Forces in the near future. Earlier on July 25, DRDO successfully carried out flight trials of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3 at the National Open Area Range (NOAR) test range in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh. The missile is an enhanced version of the ULPGM-V2 missile developed and delivered by DRDO earlier. According to the official release, the ULPGM-V3 is equipped with a high-definition, dual-channel seeker that can engage a wide variety of targets. It can be fired in plain and high-altitude areas. It has day-and-night capability and a two-way data link to support post-launch target/aim-point updates. The missile is equipped with three modular warhead options: Anti-armour to destroy modern-age armoured vehicles equipped with Rolled Homogeneous Armour (RHA) with Explosive Reactive Armour (ERA); Penetration-cum-Blast warhead with Anti-Bunker application and Pre-fragmentation warhead with a high lethality zone.
India.com
3 days ago
- Politics
- India.com
Indias Pralay Missile: Two Successful Tests Validate 500km Range, 700kg Payload
India carried out two successive test flights of its domestically built short-range ballistic missile, 'Pralay,' successfully. The first test was conducted on Monday, and a second successful test followed today, Tuesday. Both tests were launched from Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island along the coast of Odisha. Indigenously developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the 'Pralay' missile is meant for conventional battlefield deployment and represents a giant step in India's military power. Two consecutive flight trials of 'PRALAY' missile was successfully carried out on 28th and 29th July 2025 as a part of User Evaluation Trials to validate the maximum and minimum range capability of the missile system. The missiles precisely followed the intended trajectory and… — DRDO (@DRDO_India) July 29, 2025 About The 'Pralay' Missile The 'Pralay' (also known as 'Doom' or 'Annihilation') is an SRBM short-range ballistic missile specifically designed for use on the battlefield to meet the requirements of the Indian Air Force and the Army. Its main characteristics are Range: 'Pralay' has a strike range of 150 to 500 kilometers, and it can target both tactical and strategic targets. Payload: It is capable of carrying a conventional warhead weighing 350 to 700 kilograms, and it can target key targets like command centers, logistical bases, and airbases precisely. Propulsion & Guidance: Powered by a solid-fuel rocket motor, the missile provides fast launch capabilities. With onboard advanced navigation and avionics, mid-flight trajectory corrections can be made, making it difficult for opponents to intercept. Mobility: With a twin-launcher system mounted on a high-mobility vehicle, 'Pralay' is optimized for quick deployment in critical border regions. Notably, 'Pralay' is being conceived under India's 'No First Use' nuclear doctrine for use in conventional attacks. This strategic placement enables India to provide a strong retaliation option to opponents without the use of nuclear weapons. Successful Test Launches The initial successful test launch was conducted at 9:35 AM on July 28, 2025, from Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island. The missile successfully struck the targeted point, meeting all the performance parameters. The second consecutive test on July 29, 2025, also corroborated the real-world performance of the missile, both tests proving to be precise and reliable. The trajectory of the missile in both tests was carefully tracked by detailed coastal monitoring systems, verifying its precision and the strength of its control system. These consecutive successes reflect DRDO's commitment to indigenous technology progress and India's 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' (self-reliant India) drive. Strategic Advantage For India The 'Pralay' missile is likely to greatly enhance India's defense along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and Line of Control (LoC). Its benefits are: Rapid Response: The missile has a launch time of under 10 minutes, giving it a decisive edge in times of border tensions. Deterrence & Control: It acts as a deterrent for would-be aggressors and provides a mechanism to control encounters in short-range combat areas. Accuracy: With the latest technology, it can precisely strike vital enemy installations. Ease of Deployment: Its double-launcher configuration on a high-mobility platform means quick deployment on the borders. 'Pralay' will supplement current systems such as the BrahMos missile to further augment India's overall strike capabilities. Milestone For Indian Security Such successful tests are a landmark milestone for India's security, as they: Prove the success of DRDO's indigenous technology. Equip the Indian Army and Air Force with a solid conventional weapon that can de-escalate tensions at the borders without escalating to nuclear threats. Give India a strategic advantage over surrounding nations, particularly considering the delicate condition of the LAC and LoC. After these successful tests, the 'Pralay' missile is ready for early induction into the Indian Defence Forces, setting a new trajectory for the country's defence readiness. While its induction could be seen as threatening by countries in the vicinity, perhaps raising local tensions, DRDO is also considering ways to further extend its range and even export it globally, strengthening the defence diplomacy of India.
Deccan Herald
3 days ago
- Science
- Deccan Herald
Two successive trials of 'Pralay' missiles conducted: DRDO
Two consecutive flight trials of 'PRALAY' missile was successfully carried out on 28th and 29th July 2025 as a part of User Evaluation Trials to validate the maximum and minimum range capability of the missile system. The missiles precisely followed the intended trajectory and…
