Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended congratulations to the scientists of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) for the successful inaugural flight test of the domestically produced Agni-5 missile, known as Mission Divyastra, featuring the innovative Multiple Independently Targetable Re-entry Vehicle (MIRV) technology.
MIRV technology endows the warhead with the ability to disperse into multiple re-entry vehicles, facilitating precise and targeted strikes. This technological breakthrough enables a single missile to deploy multiple warheads, thus enhancing its effectiveness.
Expressing pride in DRDO's achievement, PM Modi commended the maiden flight test of the Agni-5 missile equipped with MIRV technology via a social media post.
The Agni-5 missile, an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) boasting a range of 5,500 to 5,800 kilometers, represents a significant advancement in India's strategic defense capabilities.
This development holds particular significance as it is geared towards fortifying India's nuclear deterrence capabilities, particularly in the face of potential threats emanating from the eastern frontiers.
Before the introduction of Agni-5, India's longest-range missile was the Agni-III, limited to a range of up to 3,500 kilometers, rendering it inadequate to cover the farthest eastern and northeastern territories of potential adversaries.
India is actively pursuing the enhancement of its nuclear triad, encompassing the capacity to launch nuclear missiles from land, air, and sea.
Agni-V substantially extends India's strike reach, encompassing vast swathes of Asia, including the northernmost reaches of China, and even some areas in Europe. Notably, this missile sets a new benchmark as India's longest-range weapon, being the first to be launched at its maximum operational range exceeding 5,000 kilometers.
With this recent test, India formally joins the select group of nations possessing the advanced Multiple Independently Targetable Reentry Vehicle (MIRV) capability.
Reports from authoritative sources suggest that this cutting-edge system integrates indigenous avionics and high-precision sensor packages, ensuring pinpoint accuracy in striking designated targets. This accomplishment underscores India's burgeoning technological prowess and represents a significant milestone in the nation's strategic defense capabilities.
