The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), in collaboration with the Strategic Forces Command (SFC), has carried out the successful launch of Intermediate Range Agni-Prime Missile from a rail-based mobile launcher system under a full operational scenario.

“This next generation missile is designed to cover a range up to 2,000 km and is equipped with various advanced features,” a Defence Ministry statement said.

The first-of-its-kind launch was carried out yesterday from a specially designed rail-based mobile launcher having the capability to move on rail network without any pre-conditions. It provides for cross-country mobility and has the capability to launch within a short reaction time with reduced visibility.

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