Agni-5 Missile

The Integrated Guided Missile Development Program produced the cleverly constructed Agni-5 advanced surface-to-surface ballistic missile (IGMDP).

  • It is a fire-and-forget missile, which cannot be stopped without an interceptor missile.
  • The missile has the capability of hitting targets beyond the range of 5000 km and is crucial for India's self-defense systems.
  • The Agni missile class, along with Prithvi short-range ballistic missiles, submarine-launched ballistic missiles, and fighter aircraft, is the backbone of India's nuclear launch capability.
  • Agni I to V missiles are designed and developed by Defence Research & Development (DRDO).

Other Ranges of Agni Missiles

  • Agni I: Range of 700-800 km.
  • Agni II: Range more ....
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