Pakistan successfully conducted a training launch of the Abdali Weapon System, surface-to-surface ballistic missile with a range of 450 kilometers, the military’s media affairs wing announced on Sunday.
The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) stated that the launch was part of “Ex Indus,” a military exercise designed to assess the operational readiness of troops and validate critical technical parameters.
Advanced Navigation and Maneuverability
According to the ISPR, the test focused on confirming the missile’s advanced navigation system and enhanced maneuverability features. The successful launch also served to ensure troops are fully prepared for operational deployment.
Senior Officials Witness Launch
The event was witnessed by the commander of the Army Strategic Forces Command (AFSC), senior officials from the Strategic Plans Division and the AFSC, as well as scientists and engineers from Pakistan’s strategic organizations. The ISPR also released a video of the successful launch.
Part of Ongoing Military Readiness
The Abdali missile, also known as the Hatf-II, is a short-range ballistic missile capable of delivering conventional or nuclear warheads. The test underscores Pakistan’s commitment to maintaining a deterrent capability and ensuring the technical proficiency of its strategic forces.
