India successfully test-fires Agni-1 ballistic missile from Odisha
India has successfully test-fired the Agni-1 ballistic missile from Odisha. The launch, conducted by the Strategic Forces Command, confirmed all operational and technical parameters of the missile system. This trial is a significant step in enhancing India's military preparedness and strategic deterrence capabilities.
- ▪The Agni-1 ballistic missile was launched from the Integrated Test Range in Balasore, Odisha.
- ▪The test was carried out under the Strategic Forces Command.
- ▪The successful launch validates the operational and technical parameters of the missile system.
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India on Friday successfully test-launched the short-range ballistic missile Agni-1 from the Integrated Test Range in Balasore, Odisha. According to the Ministry of Defence, the launch, carried out under the aegis of Strategic Forces Command, validated all operational and technical parameters of the missile system. The successful trial marks another significant milestone in maintaining the operational preparedness and strategic deterrence capability of India’s armed forces, it added.Short Range Ballistic Missile 'Agni-1' was successfully test-launched from the Integrated Test Range, Chandipur, Odisha on May 22, 2026.
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