Agni-5
Agni-5 Bolsters India’s Defence Arsenal
New Delhi: India conducted a successful test-firing of the Agni-5 Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile (IRBM) from the Integrated Test Range (ITR) at Chandipur, Odisha, today. This test was a routine user trial aimed at validating the missile’s combat readiness. The test of the indigenously developed Agni–5 missile was a part of Mission Divyastra.
The launch took place under the supervision of the Strategic Forces Command (SFC), a key component of India’s nuclear command structure. The missile, developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), met all operational and technical parameters, confirming its reliability for strategic deployment.
A surface-to-surface missile, the Agni-5 has a range exceeding 5,000 kilometres, capable of reaching targets across Asia, including northern parts of China, and some regions in Europe. The missile is equipped with a three-stage solid-fueled engine, which enhances its operational efficiency. It also incorporates advanced navigation and guidance systems, ensuring precision in targeting. The test was conducted at 10:15 PM IST, marking a significant achievement in India’s defence capabilities.
The Agni-5 is designed to be launched from a road-mobile platform, providing flexibility in deployment. The successful launch demonstrated the missile’s ability to perform under operational conditions, reinforcing its role in India’s strategic deterrence framework. The missile’s development reflects India’s focus on advancing its indigenous defence technology.
The Agni-5 features Multiple Independently Targetable Re-entry Vehicle (MIRV) technology, which allows it to deliver multiple warheads to different targets. This capability was previously tested on March 11, 2024, and was reaffirmed during the August 20, 2025, launch. The technology enhances the missile’s strategic impact, making it a critical asset in India’s nuclear arsenal. The test was monitored by DRDO and SFC officials, who confirmed the missile’s performance met all expectations.
The test-firing of the Agni-5 was conducted at the Integrated Test Range, a key facility for India’s missile testing programme. The missile forms part of India’s nuclear triad, encompassing land, air, and sea-based delivery systems. The successful launch validated the Agni-5’s advanced propulsion, guidance, and warhead technologies, confirming its operational readiness. The test was overseen by senior DRDO and SFC personnel, ensuring all parameters were thoroughly assessed.
– global bihari bureau
