Indian Military practises long-range Pinaka missile firing in Pokhran

The Indian Military carried out a observe firing of its indigenous Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launcher system on the Pokhran Discipline Firing Ranges in Rajasthan just a few days in the past, a supply conscious of the event instructed Firstpost.

In consideration of the operational sensitivity of the matter, the date of the latest firing observe was not revealed.

The subsequent spherical of Pinaka firing is scheduled to happen in just a few weeks’ occasions, the supply mentioned, requesting anonymity because of the sensitivity of the event.

The details about firing observe, which has not been beforehand reported, comes amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan following the lethal
terrorist assault in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, on April 22, the place 26 individuals had been killed.

How highly effective are Pinaka long-range missiles?

Named after the legendary 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 nation’s evolving artillery capabilities, combining high-volume firepower with precision focusing on and home manufacturing.

Developed by the Defence Analysis and Growth Organisation (DRDO) and manufactured by corporations like Tata Superior Programs and Larsen & Toubro, the
Pinaka system can launch 72 rockets in simply 44 seconds, delivering as much as seven tonnes of explosives over ranges as much as 60 kilometers.

The extended-range variant, Pinaka Mk-II ER, will increase that attain to 90 kilometers, with superior fashions below improvement aiming to push the vary to 120, 150, and even 200 kilometers.

It’s geared up with GPS and inertial navigation techniques for correct focusing on and minimal collateral injury.

The rocket system is a product of India’s “Aatmanirbhar Bharat” or self-reliance initiative and has gained worldwide traction with confirmed exports to Armenia and expressions of curiosity from France. India has the capability to fabricate greater than 5,000 rockets yearly, permitting for sustained fight use.

Designed for contemporary, network-centric warfare, Pinaka is built-in with real-time surveillance and reconnaissance platforms, enhancing the Indian Military’s layered firepower and future readiness.