New Delhi: In a major achievement for Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), it successfully conducted a night user trial of nuclear-capable ballistic missile Prithvi-II on Thursday night. The launch took place at 7.46pm from a defence facility off Odisha coast.
Capable of destroying targets at a range of 350km
Developed by DRDO, the missile is capable of destroying targets at a range of 350km. The night trial was part of a series of tests aimed at validating the missile’s performance under various operational conditions.
The Prithvi-II is a single-stage liquid-fueled missile with a sophisticated guidance system that ensures precision targeting. With a payload capacity of up to 500-1,000 kilograms, the missile is capable of carrying both conventional and nuclear warheads.
Ability to deliver variety of warheads
It’s flexibility in deployment, coupled with its ability to deliver a variety of warheads, can enhance India’s tactical and strategic options.
The user training launch was conducted by the Strategic Forces Command (SFC), which is responsible for managing India’s nuclear arsenal.