Pakistan Conducts Abdali Missile Launch As Part Of Exercise INDUS

Pakistan successfully carried out a training launch of the Abdali weapon system on Saturday. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), this launch was part of Exercise INDUS. Abdali is a surface-to-surface missile with a range of 450 kilometres.

ISPR confirmed that the purpose of the launch was to test the operational readiness of troops and confirm key technical features. These included the missile’s upgraded navigation system and better manoeuvrability.

Senior officials observed the launch. Among them were the Commander of the Army Strategic Forces Command, officials from the Strategic Plans Division, and engineers and scientists from Pakistan’s strategic organisations.

President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee General Sahir Shamshad Mirza and the heads of the armed forces congratulated the teams involved in the successful launch.

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“They expressed complete confidence in the operational preparedness and technical proficiency of Pakistan’s Strategic Forces to ensure credible minimum deterrence and safeguard national security against any aggression,” ISPR said.

The test took place during a tense time in the region. India recently blamed Pakistan for the Pahalgam attack in the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. India has not provided any evidence to support its claim. Pakistan strongly denied the accusations.

Following the attack, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave his military “full operational freedom” to act. In response, Pakistan warned earlier this week of a possible strike by India.

The missile launch and statements by leadership underline Pakistan’s stance on maintaining a credible defence system. The country’s leadership continues to stress national security and operational readiness amid rising tensions with its neighbour.