NEW DELHI, September 25, 2025 : India achieved another milestone in its strategic defence capabilities on Thursday with the successful test-firing of the Agni-Prime missile from a rail-based mobile launcher system, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced.
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Range: Up to 2,000 km.
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Platform: First-ever test launch from a specially designed rail-based mobile launcher.
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Features: Enhanced mobility across the rail network, quick reaction capability, and reduced visibility for improved survivability.
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The missile incorporates next-generation technologies, making it a significant boost to India’s credible minimum deterrence strategy.
The test demonstrates India’s growing emphasis on road-to-rail mobile platforms, enhancing flexibility and operational readiness of its missile forces.
Defence experts say the development underscores India’s focus on strategic depth, survivability, and rapid deployment in future conflict scenarios.
