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India Successfully Tests Prithvi-II, Agni-1 Missile
New Delhi, India – July 18, 2025 – India's Ministry of Defence has announced a series of highly successful missile test-firings this week, demonstrating the nation's robust and growing capabilities in indigenous defence technology. The successful trials included short-range ballistic missiles Prithvi-II and Agni-1, as well as the indigenously developed Akash Prime missile, specifically designed for high-altitude operations.
On Thursday, July 17th, the Strategic Forces Command successfully conducted test-firings of both the Prithvi-II and Agni-1 ballistic missiles from the Integrated Test Range off the Odisha coast in Chandipur. A Ministry of Defence statement confirmed that "All operational and technical parameters have been validated," underscoring the precision and reliability of these crucial defence assets.
The Agni-I marked a significant moment as the first ballistic missile to be test-fired from Abdul Kalam Island, with the Prithvi-II following suit shortly after from Launch Pad No. III of the ITR, Chandipur. These tests are a testament to India's continued efforts to strengthen its strategic defence capabilities.
Earlier on the same day, India achieved another remarkable feat with the test-firing of the indigenously developed Akash Prime missile in Ladakh. What makes this test particularly significant is the missile's customisation to operate effectively at altitudes above 4,500 metres – a crucial capability for defending India's high-altitude frontiers.
The defence ministry highlighted that the Akash Prime test carries added importance, coming on the heels of the "exceptional performance" of India's indigenous air defence systems during Operation Sindoor. In a statement, the ministry revealed that on July 16th, India successfully destroyed two aerial high-speed unmanned targets at high-altitude in Ladakh using the Akash Prime, an upgraded variant of the Akash weapon system designed for the Indian Army.
"Based on the operational feedback from users, various upgrades are made to improve the operational effectiveness, demonstrating the advantage of the ecosystem created for the indigenous weapon system," the defence ministry explained. This ongoing refinement based on real-world feedback ensures that India's defence systems remain at the cutting edge.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh extended his hearty congratulations to the Indian Army, DRDO, and the defence industry for what he hailed as a "remarkable achievement." He praised the collaborative efforts of "Army Air Defence and DRDO, in conjunction with defence PSUs such as Bharat Dynamics Limited and Bharat Electronics Limited, and other industry partners," in successfully validating the indigenously designed and developed Akash Prime weapon system.
These trials represent the "first of production model firing trial," paving the way for timely induction of these advanced systems and significantly enhancing India's air defence potential in its high-altitude border regions. India's commitment to self-reliance in defence is clearly evident, reinforcing its position as a formidable force in regional security.
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