India’s Tactical Weapon Just Got Sharper (DRDO Tests ‘Pralay’ Missile)

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“If a war breaks out, the first response needs to be fast and hard.” That’s what the Pralay missile is designed to do. 

And on July 28 & 29, 2025, India proved it’s ready.

What happened?

The DRDO (Defence Research and Development Organisation) conducted two back-to-back flight tests of the Pralay missile from Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island, Odisha.

This wasn’t a trial-and-error test.

It was a User Evaluation Trial with the Indian Armed Forces, the final steps before full-scale deployment.

Why it matters?

Because Pralay is India’s reply to:
  • Short-range battlefield threats
  • Quick retaliation needs
  • A war scenario that’s fast, close, and unexpected


So, what exactly is Pralay?

A quasi-ballistic surface-to-surface missile, fully developed by India under Atmanirbhar Bharat.
  • Type: Quasi-ballistic, solid-fuel, surface-to-surface
  • Range: 150 to 500 km (can go up to 700 km)
  • Warhead: Conventional, 350 to 700 kg
  • Payload: 500 to 1,000 kg
  • Launch: Mobile launchers with twin-launcher setup
  • Speed: Supersonic (Mach 5–7)

What’s “quasi-ballistic”?

Unlike normal ballistic missiles that go high and follow a parabolic arc, quasi-ballistic missiles:
  • Fly lower and faster
  • Can change direction mid-air
  • Are much harder to shoot down
That means: Better accuracy, Lower radar detection and Higher chances of hitting the target.

What was the test about?

DRDO tested:
  • Minimum and maximum range
  • Warhead precision
  • Tracking and onboard systems
And the result?

Both missiles hit their targets with pinpoint accuracy in the Bay of Bengal.

Who helped build it?

  • DRDO: Design & development
  • BDL (Bharat Dynamics Ltd): Production
  • BEL (Bharat Electronics): Electronics & guidance
  • MSMEs: Components & support systems
All 100% indigenous!

Monitored by: ITR (Integrated Test Range), using:
  • Ground-based radars
  • Tracking instruments
  • Sensors mounted on ships near the impact zone
All systems worked flawlessly.

In summary:

Pralay isn’t for long wars. It’s for the first 30 minutes, to knock out enemy eyes and ears before they react.

With successful tests done, India is now closer to deploying it along Pakistan and China borders.

It’s fast.
It’s accurate.
And now… it’s battle-ready.



Question 1:

What type of missile is Pralay, as recently tested by DRDO?

A. Cruise missile
B. Ballistic missile
C. Quasi-ballistic missile
D. Surface-to-air missile

Question 2:

What is the current range capability of the Pralay missile?

A. 10–100 km
B. 150–500 km
C. 500–1,500 km
D. 1,000–3,000 km

Question 3:

Which organization developed the Pralay missile?

A. ISRO
B. HAL
C. DRDO
D. BEL

Question 4:

Where were the two back-to-back flight tests of Pralay conducted in July 2025?

A. Sriharikota
B. Pokhran
C. Wheeler Island (APJ Abdul Kalam Island)
D. Chandipur

Question 5:

What is the primary role of the Pralay missile in India’s defence strategy?

A. Long-range nuclear deterrence
B. Battlefield-level tactical strikes
C. Anti-submarine warfare
D. Space research



Answers

1. C
2. B
3. C
4. C
5. B





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