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India's Agni-4 Missile Successfully Tested: Bolsters Defense

India's Agni-4 missile, a nuclear-capable intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM), was successfully launched on September 6, 2024, from the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur, Odisha.

Launch Details and Success

  • Date and Location: Successfully launched on September 6, 2024, from the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur, Odisha.
  • Test Validation: The launch successfully validated all operational and technical parameters of the Agni-4 missile.
  • Oversight: Conducted under the aegis of the Strategic Forces Command, part of India's Nuclear Command Authority (NCA).
  • Significance: Marks the ninth test of the nuclear-capable intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM) Agni-4.

Technical Specifications of Agni-4

  • Classification: Two-stage, solid-fueled, intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM).
  • Range: Capable of hitting targets up to 4,000 kilometers away.
  • Payload Capacity: Can carry a payload of 1,000 kg, including both conventional and nuclear warheads.
  • Dimensions: 20 meters in length, weighing 17,000 kg.
  • Accuracy: Less than 100 meters circular error probable (CEP) at its maximum range.
  • Mobility: Can be launched from a road-mobile launcher, enhancing its strategic flexibility.

Development and Testing History

  • Program Initiation: DRDO started the Agni-4 missile development program in 2007.
  • First Test: Initial test conducted on December 10, 2010, which was unsuccessful.
  • Milestone: In 2012, during a test launch, Agni-4 covered over 3,000 km in 20 minutes.
  • Strategic Forces Command: First user trial under SFC took place on December 2, 2014, and was successful.
  • Current Status: The September 2024 test marks the fifth user trial under the Strategic Forces Command.

Strategic Importance and Implications

  • Nuclear Deterrence: Developed to strengthen India's nuclear deterrence capability, particularly against regional adversaries.
  • Technological Advancement: Represents a significant leap in India's indigenous missile technology development.
  • Operational Readiness: Successful test demonstrates the missile's reliability and effectiveness, enhancing India's defense preparedness.
  • Regional Balance: With its extended range, Agni-4 covers a significant portion of the region, solidifying India's strategic position.
  • Versatility: The missile's mobile launch capability and payload flexibility underscore its operational adaptability in various scenarios.

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