India Successfully Test-fires Guided Pinaka Weapon System

In a major boost to India’s defense capabilities, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully conducted flight tests of the Guided Pinaka weapon system. The Ministry of Defense stated that the flight tests were carried out in three phases at different field firing ranges. During these tests, range, accuracy, and stability were evaluated through extensive testing of the rockets to target multiple objectives.

Developed by the Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE), in collaboration with the Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL), High Energy Materials Research Laboratory (HEMRL), and Proof & Experimental Establishment (PXE), the Pinaka Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) precision strike variant is a fully indigenous weapon system. During these tests, a total of 12 rockets were fired from the two in-service versions of the Pinaka launcher, sourced from each production agency.

Defense Minister Rajnath Singh praised DRDO and the Army for the successful tests of the system. Thhe minister said that the inclusion of this guided Pinaka weapon system will further enhance the artillery firepower of the armed forces.