New Delhi: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), in collaboration with the Strategic Forces Command (SFC), successfully carried out the launch of the Intermediate Range Agni-Prime Missile from a Rail-Based Mobile Launcher System under a full operational scenario on 24th September 2025. This next-generation missile is designed to cover a range of up to 2,000 km and is equipped with multiple advanced features.
The launch, a first-of-its-kind, was executed from a specially designed rail-based mobile launcher capable of moving across the rail network without pre-conditions. The system offers cross-country mobility, rapid launch capability, and reduced visibility during operations. Fully self-sustained, it features independent launch capabilities, including advanced communication systems and protection mechanisms.
The missile’s trajectory was tracked by multiple ground stations, and the launch was textbook-perfect, meeting all mission objectives. This success paves the way for the induction of futuristic rail-based missile systems into service. Senior scientists from DRDO and officers from the Strategic Forces Command witnessed the launch.
The Road Mobile Agni-P has already been inducted into the services following a series of successful flight trials.
Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh congratulated DRDO, SFC, and the Armed Forces, stating that this test has placed India among the select nations capable of canisterized rail-based missile launches.
Secretary, Department of Defence R&D and Chairman, DRDO also complimented all participating teams for this significant accomplishment.
