Prithvi-II, Agni-I and Akash Prime Missiles

On 16–17 July 2025, India successfully test-fired three important missile systems — Agni-I, Prithvi-II, and Akash Prime — from testing sites in Odisha and Ladakh.

The tests demonstrated India’s growing strategic deterrence capability and advancements in high-altitude air-defence systems.

What are Agni-I and Prithvi-II?

Missile	Key Details
Agni-I	A nuclear-capable surface-to-surface ballistic missile with a range of about 700–900 km.
Prithvi-II	India’s first indigenously developed ballistic missile with a strike range of around 350 km.
Strategic Role	Both missiles are part of India’s Strategic Forces Command.
Nuclear Doctrine	Support India’s policy of minimum credible deterrence.

What is Akash Prime?

Feature	Details
Missile Type	An upgraded version of the Akash surface-to-air missile.
Operational Role	Tailored specifically for high-altitude operations.
Trial Achievement	Successfully intercepted high-speed aerial targets at altitudes above 4,500 metres during Ladakh trials.
Technological Upgrade	Features an indigenous active radar seeker and improved performance based on Army feedback.
Strategic Importance	Enhances India’s air-defence preparedness in mountainous and Himalayan regions.

PT Facts

Prithvi: India’s first indigenously developed ballistic missile series.
Akash: An indigenous surface-to-air missile system.
Minimum Credible Deterrence: A key principle of India’s nuclear doctrine.
High-Altitude Missile Performance: Important for defence preparedness in Himalayan regions.

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