DRDO Successfully Flight-Tests 'Pralay' Missile

On November 5, 2026, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted a flight test of the indigenous quasi-ballistic missile ‘Pralay’ from Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the coast of Odisha.

Key Facts

Test Timing: The missile was test-fired at around 11:10 AM. Tracking instruments at the Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur, confirmed the complete success of all mission objectives.
Nature of the Test: This test was conducted as part of the User Evaluation Trials to validate the missile's operational capabilities in accordance with the armed forces' requirements.
Indigenous Development: The Pralay missile was developed by the Research Centre Imarat (RCI), Hyderabad, in collaboration with other DRDO laboratories.
Missile Specifications: Pralay is an indigenous, solid-propellant, surface-to-surface quasi-ballistic missile equipped with a state-of-the-art guidance and navigation system.
Strike Range: The officially stated strike range of the Pralay missile is 150–500 km. It has been developed to deliver a variety of conventional warheads.
Production Partner: Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) manufactured the missile system as the development and production partner.
Strategic Significance: The missile's advanced capabilities enable precision strikes with conventional warheads on critical enemy assets and installations.
December 2025 Test: On December 31, 2025, DRDO successfully conducted a salvo launch of two Pralay missiles in quick succession from a single launcher.