Salvo Test of ‘Pralay’ Missile

On 31st December 2025, a successful salvo launch of two ‘Pralay’ missiles was conducted in quick succession off the coast of Odisha.

  • Conducted by: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
    • The test demonstrated the missile system’s reliability and operational readiness.
  • Developed by: Research Centre Imarat, Hyderabad, in collaboration with other DRDO laboratories.

Key Features of ‘Pralay’ Missile

Feature

Specification/Details

Type

Surface-to-surface, short-range, quasi-ballistic missile

Guidance

State-of-the-art guidance and navigation for high precision

Strike Range

150-500 km

Warhead Capability

Can carry multiple types of warheads

Accuracy

High precision strike capability

Test Type

User evaluation trial

Test Location

Integrated Test Range at Chandipur, off the coast of Odisha

What is a Salvo Test?

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