Current Affairs - Defence - Discussion

The successful test-firing of the nuclear-capable Prithvi-II and Agni-I ballistic missiles took place at the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur, Odisha, on July 17, 2025. These tests were carried out under the Strategic Forces Command to validate India’s operational and technical readiness of its strategic missile systems. Odisha, home to critical defence infrastructure like the Chandipur testing range, plays a pivotal role in India’s missile development and deployment efforts. By conducting these tests in Odisha, India, not only demonstrated the reliability of its homegrown missile technology but also reinforced its strategic deterrence posture and rapid-response capabilities amid evolving regional security dynamics.