 "Indian Army practises long-range Pinaka missile firing in Pokhran")
The Indian Army conducted a practice firing of its indigenous Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launcher system at the Pokhran Field Firing Ranges in Rajasthan a few days ago, a source aware of the development told Firstpost.
In consideration of the operational sensitivity of the matter, the date of the recent firing practice was not revealed.
The next round of Pinaka firing is scheduled to take place in a few weeks’ times, the source said, requesting anonymity due to the sensitivity of the development.
The information about firing practice, which has not been previously reported, comes amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan following the deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam , Jammu and Kashmir, on April 22, where 26 people were killed.
How powerful are Pinaka long-range missiles?
Named after the mythical bow of the Hindu god Shiva, India’s indigenously developed Pinaka Multi-Barrel Rocket Launcher (MBRL) system has emerged as a central pillar of the country’s evolving artillery capabilities, combining high-volume firepower with precision targeting and domestic production.
Developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and manufactured by firms like Tata Advanced Systems and Larsen & Toubro, the Pinaka system can launch 72 rockets in just 44 seconds, delivering up to seven tonnes of explosives over ranges up to 60 kilometers.
The extended-range variant, Pinaka Mk-II ER, increases that reach to 90 kilometers, with advanced models under development aiming to push the range to 120, 150, and even 200 kilometers.
It is equipped with GPS and inertial navigation systems for accurate targeting and minimal collateral damage.
The rocket system is a product of India’s “Aatmanirbhar Bharat” or self-reliance initiative and has gained international traction with confirmed exports to Armenia and expressions of interest from France. India has the capacity to manufacture more than 5,000 rockets annually, allowing for sustained combat use.
Impact Shorts
More ShortsDesigned for modern, network-centric warfare, Pinaka is integrated with real-time surveillance and reconnaissance platforms, enhancing the Indian Army’s layered firepower and future readiness.
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